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Creamy Balsamic Mushroom Spinach Orzo

One-pan creamy orzo with golden balsamic mushrooms, wilted spinach, and Parmesan. Cozy, savory, and weeknight-easy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Orzo Skillet
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/4 cups orzo
  • 3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, half the salt, and pepper. Cook 6 to 8 minutes until golden.
  2. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in orzo and cook 1 minute, stirring.
  4. Pour in broth and remaining salt. Simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and creamy.
  5. Stir in balsamic vinegar, then add spinach and cook 1 minute until wilted.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

Tip: Stir more often near the end so the orzo turns creamy and doesn’t stick to the pan.