One Pot Creamy Pumpkin Orzo

Made in one pot and packed with cozy fall flavors, this creamy pumpkin orzo is perfectly cheesy, creamy, and loaded with flavorful pumpkin, wilted spinach, and tender orzo.

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Made in one pot and packed with cozy fall flavors, this creamy pumpkin orzo is perfectly cheesy, creamy, and loaded with flavorful pumpkin, wilted spinach, and tender orzo.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 425kcal

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 medium shallot, minced
2 medium cloves garlic, minced
1 lb uncooked orzo
1-1/2 cups 2% or skim milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup pumpkin puree
1-1/2 cups firmly-packed spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and swirl to coat pan. Add shallot and saute several minutes until softened. Add garlic and orzo and cook 1-2 minutes until orzo is lightly toasted.
Add milk, cream, broth, and pumpkin to skillet and stir until evenly combined. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow to simmer 10-15 minutes until most of the liquid is reduced and orzo is tender.
Stir spinach and Parmesan into orzo until spinach is wilted. Season orzo with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions

Store orzo in refrigerator up to 6 days.

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