Easy orzo recipes
Orzo is an incredibly versatile pasta shape that’s growing in popularity all the time. If you ask us, every self-respecting storecupboard or larder should have a packet or two.
It looks just like a grain of rice – indeed in Italian it’s known as risoni (meaning large rice) – but this tiny pasta shape works a treat in stews, instead of cous-cous in a salad, or in creamy risotto-style dishes, we like to dub ‘orzotto’. Orzo cooks in next to no time making it a perfect midweek dinner standby. Is there anything orzo can’t do?
Our easy orzo recipes include vegan orzo with a rich roasted veg sauce, creamy beetroot orzotto that shines vibrant pink, and the orzo recipe that went viral – our insanely good (if we say so ourselves) orzo carbonara. The pasta shape is also brilliant cooked in chicken broth, as in this springtime recipe, and it’s just fab stirred through a midweek sausage and fennel ragù, perfect for snuggling up with on the sofa on cold days, spoon in hand. Explore our range of recipes, from quick vegetarian dinners to meaty one-pots to impress at the weekend.
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One-pot chicken recipes
Braised chicken with kefir, orzo and dried limes
This surprisingly simple one-pot chicken and orzo dinner from food writer Ravinder Bhogal has something special about it. “Tender chicken...
Easy orzo recipes
Chicken and chicory orzo
Caramelising bitter chicory draws out some sweetness, especially when paired with balsamic vinegar and orange. Throw in favourites like orzo...
Easy orzo recipes
Porcini orzotto
Packed with flavour but lighter than a regular risotto, this easy ‘orzotto’ switches out rice for orzo pasta and uses...
Easy dinner recipes and ideas
Chicken, bean and orzo soup with walnut pesto
This hearty chicken and bean soup from food writer Debora Robertson is packed with nuggets of filling orzo pasta. Finish...
30-minute meal recipes
Harissa salmon with orzo courgette salad
Orzo pasta salads rule, and this one can be served hot or cold, making it a great dish to take...
Midweek meal recipes
‘Coq au vin’ orzo
Coq au vin – a rich red wine stew of chicken, bacon and mushrooms – is the inspiration for this...
Chicken soup recipes
Chicken, lemon and orzo soup
Inspired by avgolemono, a traditional Greek dish that sees eggs and lemon juice whisked up to thicken chicken broth, this...
Easy orzo recipes
Spatchcocked roast chicken with orzo and roast vegetables
Spatchcocked roast chicken is perfect for a speedy and easy midweek roast, served alongside roast veggies and orzo. Open packet...
Easy orzo recipes
Orzo halloumi salad
Our orzo, rocket and halloumi salad is full of sunshine flavours. This versatile recipe works in lunchboxes, for picnics, as...
Easy orzo recipes
Orzo with roasted veg sauce
Dale Pinnock’s orzo with roasted veg sauce is the ultimate vegan comfort food for busy nights. Blitz roasted onions, tomatoes...
Easy orzo recipes
Creamy tomato orzo with artichokes and ricotta
This easy recipe uses storecupboard ingredients including marinated artichokes, orzo and tomato purée to create a fuss-free springtime dish. We’ve...
Meatball recipes
Italian baked meatballs and orzo
Baked until bubbling and layered with gooey mozzarella cheese, our one-pan Italian baked meatballs make the ideal midweek comfort meal...
One-pot recipes
Chickpea, orzo and tomato stew with feta and dill
Your favourite orzo recipe on this site! This is a tasty, easy-to-make one-pot veggie dish proves that healthy family food...
Broad bean recipes
Orzo with broad beans, basil and feta
This is the perfect summer pasta salad: vibrant and fresh. The orzo pasta is dressed with an addictive (but easy...
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