Instant Pot Tomato Basil Parmesan Orzo–orzo pasta is tossed with fresh basil, garlic, halved cherry tomatoes and parmesan cheese for a perfect side dish or meatless meal.
Instant Pot Tomato Basil Parmesan Orzo
This super easy orzo pasta dish makes a perfect summer meatless meal or if you want to serve this as a side dish alongside a rotisserie chicken or grilled chicken that would me amazing. I love the taste of fresh basil and the tomatoes. It just gives a bright pop of color and fresh flavor to the pasta.
My daughter has dutifully watered her little basil plant each day and I’m super grateful. I would have totally let the plant die by now. If only she had her own tomato plant as well! Maybe next summer…
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What Pressure Cooker Did You Use?
To make Instant Pot Tomato Basil Parmesan Orzo I used my 6 quart Instant Pot Duo 60 7 in 1*. I love this Instant Pot because it has the yogurt making function which I use almost weekly. It has two pressure settings (high and low), and there are also little slots in the handles so that you can rest the lid there instead of putting it down on your counter-top.
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Instant Pot Tomato Basil Parmesan Orzo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute plus 5 minute NPR
- Total Time: -25973383.9333 minute
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
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Orzo pasta is tossed with fresh basil, garlic, halved cherry tomatoes and parmesan cheese for a perfect side dish or meatless meal.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 1/3 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, washed and sliced in half
Instructions
- Turn your Instant Pot to the saute function. When the display says HOT add in the olive oil and swirl it around. Add in the diced onion and saute for about 3-5 minutes. Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add in the chicken broth and scrape any bits off the bottom of the pot. Add in the orzo, salt and pepper. Turn off the saute function.
- Cover the pot and secure the lid. Make sure valve is set to sealing. Set the manual/pressure cook button to 1 minute on high pressure. When the time is up let the pot sit there for 5 minutes and then perform a quick release.
- Remove the lid and stir in the basil, cheese and tomatoes. Scoop onto plates and enjoy!
Notes
I used my 6 quart Instant Pot Duo 60 7 in 1*.
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: meatless, side, pasta
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Kristina says
May 11, 2019 at 6:50 pmHow would you double this?
Karen says
May 13, 2019 at 1:58 pmhttps://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/how-to-double-instant-pot-recipes/
Peg says
October 12, 2018 at 11:56 amThis was far beyond my expectations, our first time having orzo and my husband raved about it, absolutely delish, we served with chicken scallopini, perfect weeknight meal.
★★★★★
Karen says
October 12, 2018 at 12:44 pmOh yum! I love chicken scallopini! I’m so glad he liked it 🙂
Maureen says
July 9, 2018 at 8:19 amCan chicken breast be added to this recipe & would cooking time change?
Karen says
July 9, 2018 at 11:51 amyou could probably cut up chicken breast into bite size pieces and cook at the same time. Since it’s such a short cooking time you’ll have to cut the chicken in pieces.
Sharon says
July 8, 2018 at 9:06 amHow would you make this in a Crockpot?
Karen says
July 8, 2018 at 7:44 pmI wouldn’t in the crockpot but I would make it on the stove.
Marta says
July 8, 2018 at 6:18 amKaren, I love your blog! Being new to IP cooking, I have been searching for recipes and tips. I came across this blog one day and am so happy I did. All the recipes are spot on, clear, and concise. You and my IP are my new best friends! Thank you..
Karen says
July 8, 2018 at 7:49 pmAwww that is so nice to hear. Thanks Marta!
Elaine says
July 5, 2018 at 1:41 pmThis was sooooooo good!
Karen says
July 7, 2018 at 10:09 pmHOORAY!
Ruthmnary Wilson says
June 28, 2018 at 3:16 pmThis recipe sounds wonderful, but I have some health problems that need some nutritional facts. It would be great if you could put them at the end of each recipe. Thank you.
Bread says
July 17, 2018 at 5:41 pmUse MyFitnessPal or LoseIt or similar app to enter the ingredients for any recipe you’re interested in making – it will give you all nutrition information you need.