Description
This One Pan Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Orzo Bake is a comforting, creamy, and cheesy dinner that comes together in just 35 minutes. Inspired by the classic dip, it’s a hearty, one-pan meal filled with tender orzo, tangy artichokes, and fresh spinach.
Ingredients
- Orzo pasta: 1 ½ cups
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Yellow onion: 1 small, finely diced
- Artichoke hearts: 1 can (14 oz), drained and chopped
- Fresh spinach: 4 cups, roughly chopped
- Vegetable broth: 3 cups
- Heavy cream: ¾ cup
- Cream cheese: 4 oz, softened
- Parmesan cheese: ½ cup, grated
- Mozzarella cheese: ¾ cup, shredded
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
- Red pepper flakes (optional): A pinch
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an oven-safe skillet.
- Combine Ingredients: Heat olive oil, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic, artichokes, and spinach until wilted.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Stir in orzo to coat with oil and vegetables.
- Assemble the Dish: Add broth, cream, cream cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined and creamy.
- Cook to Perfection: Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until orzo absorbs most liquid.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top, then bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let rest 5 minutes before serving for the perfect creamy texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat dairy for best creaminess.
- Stir often to prevent orzo from sticking.
- Broil for 2 minutes at the end for a golden crust.
- Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: creamy orzo, spinach artichoke pasta, one pan dinner, easy vegetarian bake, comfort food