Creamy one-pot orzo

There’s nothing better than a warm, creamy dish which feels like a hug in a bowl – especially when it’s quick, easy, and made in just one pot! This healthy and creamy orzo recipe is a game changer for weeknight dinners, combining wholesome ingredients with a rich, velvety texture that feels indulgent without being heavy.

This one pot wonder is made with tender orzo pasta, fresh seasonal vegetables, and a light creamy sauce. It’s perfect for busy days when you want something delicious, comforting, and nutritious without a mountain of washing up.

Tips for a perfect one-pot orzo:

• Customise your veggies to your preference, I’ve used carrots and pepper in mine but this would also be great with some spinach stirred through at the end or using a mediterranean veg mix – use whatever you’ve already got!

• Protein boost – you can easily adapt your protein in this recipe to use chicken, prawns, or beans – the choice is yours

• Finish with fresh herbs to really elevate this dish at the end

• You can opt for low fat dairy in this dish to reduce the calorie content if preferred

Creamy one-pot orzo

Ingredients:

• 1 Onion

• 4 cloves Garlic

• 3 Carrots

• 1 Bell Pepper

• 5 Sundried Tomatoes

• 1 block Tofu

• 1 ball Mozerella

• Orzo Pasta

• 1 tin Chopped Tomatoes

• 1 tbsp Tomato Puree (optional)

• 1 Stock pot/cube

• Dried mixed herbs

• 1 good dollop of Soft Cheese

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 180C fan/200C

2. Chop all your veggies into small chunks (including onion, garlic, and sundried tomatoes), protein into bite sized pieces, and mozerella into chunks

3. Add all the ingredients (excluding the soft cheese only) to a large baking dish

4. Fill the empty chopped tomato tin with water and add to the dish

5. Give everything a good mix to combine, ensuring the stock cube/pot is broken up

6. Bake in the oven for 30-45 minutes, stirring halfway, until everything is cooked through

7. Add the soft cheese, stir, and serve

Like this recipe? Follow my instagram for more food inspiration