Sarah's Rice Pilaf

This rice pilaf brings together nutty orzo pasta, aromatic onion and garlic, and chicken broth for super flavor. An easy, delicious, any-time side.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 244 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ½ cup diced onion
• ½ cup uncooked white rice
• ½ cup orzo pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add orzo; cook and stir until orzo is golden brown.

Step 2

Stir in onion and cook until onion becomes translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in rice and chicken broth, turn heat to high, and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.