One Pan Tomato Basil Baked Orzo

Name: One Pan Tomato Basil Baked Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil⁣; 1 yellow onion, diced⁣; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved⁣; 3 cloves garlic, minced⁣; ½ teaspoon kosher salt⁣; 2 cups spinach, chopped⁣; ¼ cup basil pesto⁣ (store-bought or homemade); 1 cup tomato basil sauce⁣ (or your favorite pasta sauce); 2 ½ cups water or broth⁣; 1 pound orzo⁣; ½ teaspoon italian seasoning⁣; 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided⁣; Fresh julienned basil, to garnish⁣

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

Cozy one pan tomato basil baked orzo made with gorgeous burst cherry tomatoes, basil pesto, and layers of mozzarella cheese. This easy baked orzo recipe is wonderful on its own and delicious with your fav proteins mixed right in. Kid-friendly and perfect for busy weeknights!

Updated at: Sat, 12 Apr 2025 16:22:53 GMT