Easy Orzo Side Dish
A flavorful and easy orzo side dish with crispy bacon, tender onion, fresh parsley, and savory chicken broth, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown bacon until almost crisp.
- Drain off excess fat.
- Add onion and cook until tender, but not brown.
- Add chicken broth and water; bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo and parsley; return to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 15 minutes or until orzo is tender and most of liquid is absorbed.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
279
kcal
14% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).