Easy Orzo Pilaf with Lemon and Chives
Easy Orzo Pilaf with Lemon and Chives is made with orzo pasta and is a quick, healthy, easy and delicious side dish which pairs beautifully with most entrees.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2/3 cup orzo
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small Vidalia onion (minced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1 Tbsp fresh chives (minced)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Toast the orzo in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently and cook for about 6 minutes or until the orzo is golden brown. Remove the orzo from the skillet and set aside.
- 2
Melt butter in the empty skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent, which should take about 7 minutes. Stir frequently. When the onion is done, add the garlic, mix to combine and cook for about 30 seconds.
- 3
Add the toasted orzo, chicken broth, and wine and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to medium-low and cook for about 15 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Stir it frequently.
- 4
Add the chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, and slivered almonds and stir to combine. Taste and add salt and ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.