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Caprese Orzo Pasta

This easy caprese orzo pasta recipe is light, fresh and perfect for spring.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time14 minutes
Course: 100 Family Favorite Easy Healthy Recipes
Keyword: basil, caprese, orzo, pasta
Servings: 4
Author: Sweet Basil

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 1/2 Cups Orzo Pasta
  • 2 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme leaves fresh
  • 3 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella buffalo, or mozzarella pearls
  • 2/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese grated, plus more for garnish
  • 1 Cup Tomatoes
  • 1/4 Cup Basil Fresh, chopped
  • Cracked Pepper fresh, to taste
  • Salt to taste
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Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and pasta.
    1 1/2 Cups Orzo Pasta, 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
  • Cook, stirring occasionally until toasted, about 30-60 seconds.
  • Add garlic and stir it in followed by thyme.
    2 Cloves Garlic, 1 teaspoon Thyme leaves
  • Add the broth, a small amount at a time.
    3 Cups Chicken Broth
  • Bring to a boil, cover the skillet with a lid and turn down to a simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta has absorbed most of the water and is tender.
  • Add the cheeses, tomatoes, basil and salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
    1 Cup Mozzarella, 2/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese, 1/4 Cup Basil, 1 Cup Tomatoes, Cracked Pepper, Salt

Notes

Left overs can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 1093mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 733IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 370mg | Iron: 2mg