Best Orzo Recipes: Delicious & Easy Meals You'll Love

 Orzo, that tiny rice-shaped pasta, is a kitchen superstar! It's versatile, quick-cooking, and perfect for creating comforting meals or vibrant salads.

I've been experimenting with orzo for ages, and I'm excited to share my absolute favourite orzo recipes with you. Whether you're looking for a simple midweek dinner or a show-stopping side dish, you'll find something to love here.

Scroll down to see my favourite Orzo recipes!

Why Orzo is a Must-Try:

Quick Cooking: Orzo cooks in minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings.

Versatile: It works beautifully in both hot and cold dishes.

Delicious Texture: Orzo has a lovely, slightly chewy texture that's incredibly satisfying.

Budget-Friendly: It's an affordable pantry staple.

Why Orzo is a Must-Try:

Quick Cooking: Orzo cooks in minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings.

Versatile: It works beautifully in both hot and cold dishes.

Delicious Texture: Orzo has a lovely, slightly chewy texture that's incredibly satisfying.

Budget-Friendly: It's an affordable pantry staple.

Tips for Cooking Orzo:

Cook orzo like pasta, in plenty of boiling salted water.

Drain well, but don't rinse, unless you're making a cold salad.

Orzo absorbs flavours beautifully, so don't be afraid to experiment with herbs and spices.

A lot of these recipes are actually one-pan orzo recipes, meaning you don't even need to cook the orzo first!

The Best Orzo Recipes:

One Dish Cheesy Chorizo Orzo Recipe 

Marry Me Chicken Orzo Recipe | One Pan Wonder 

Discover the magic of 'Marry Me Chicken,' a luscious one-pan recipe with a low-calorie twist. Dive into a world of creamy Parmesan goodness and sun-dried tomatoes, all while keeping your meal prep simple and your calories in check. 

Chicken, Parmesan and Spinach Orzo Recipe | One Pan Wonder 

This simple yet amazing dish brings together tender chicken, perfectly cooked orzo, and a generous sprinkle of luscious Parmesan cheese, all in one pan for the ultimate convenience and flavour explosion.

Cheesy Chicken Kyiv Orzo Recipe | Healthy Low Calorie Recipe

A super tasty Chicken Kiev inspired orzo recipe, it's a goodun!

One Pan Creamy Mushroom Orzo Recipe | Low Calorie Dinner

The beauty of this dish is that it can all be prepared in one pan, saving the washing up! If you're not trying to be especially healthy, this recipe would be great with a glug of white wine in it too!

Pepperoni Pizza Orzo Recipe | One Pan Dish 

A delicious, easy to prepare, healthy, lower calorie one pot Orzo recipe, inspired by pepperoni Pizza!

Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo Recipe | Low Calorie Slimming Friendly Dinner

Spicy, creamy and oh so comforting!

Which orzo recipe are you most excited to try?