Easy Crock Pot Orzo Recipe
I love the versatility of a crock pot, from desserts, to soups to even this easy orzo side dish. It takes no time to prepare and only a few short hours to cook. Put it on in mid afternoon and it will be ready by dinner. The crock pot makes the orzo so fluffy and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups orzo
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen vegetables of your choice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Directions
- Dump all the ingredients in the crock pot, cover and cook for 3 1/2 to 4 hours on low. Makes 6 servings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 159g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 300 | |
| Calories from Fat 11 | 4% |
| Total Fat 1.28g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.25g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 517mg | 22% |
| Potassium 245mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 59.57g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 10% |
| Sugars 2.11g | 1% |
| Protein 11.14g | 18% |
