Description
This creamy One Pot Chickpea Orzo is a quick and satisfying meal, packed with protein-rich chickpeas, tender orzo, and savory Pecorino cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 cups orzo
- 1/3 cup white wine (optional)
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups half and half
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, half smashed
- 3/4 cup grated Pecorino cheese
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics:
Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Add diced onions, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook until onions turn translucent and garlic is fragrant. -
Toast the Orzo:
Stir in the orzo and cook, stirring constantly, until some grains start turning golden brown. -
Deglaze & Simmer:
Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce by half. Add chicken stock and half and half, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let orzo cook until al dente. -
Add Chickpeas & Cheese:
Stir in the mashed and whole chickpeas, cooking until the pasta is fully tender. If needed, add water by the tablespoon to maintain a creamy consistency. Remove from heat and stir in Pecorino cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. -
Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with more black pepper and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock for a vegetarian option.
- Feel free to add more veggies like spinach or zucchini for extra flavor and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 20mg