Creamy Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash – Cozy 45-Minute Dinner
Creamy Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash combines comforting orzo pasta with the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash and fresh wilted spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, cubed
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Boil vegetable broth in a pot, add orzo, and cook according to package directions (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach and wilt for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cooked orzo, roasted squash, and heavy cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Nutrition information is provided per serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg