Parmesan & Garlic Protein Orzo

A perfect meatless entrée for your busy nights! 

Ingredients
1 tsp olive oil
2 packets of protein orzo
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lg shallot or 3 green onions, sliced
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup milk
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp fresh ground pepper
¾ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups fresh baby spinach

Directions

1. Heat oil in skillet and add orzo (uncooked). Stir until slightly browned.
2. Add garlic and shallots and cook until softened.
3. Add ½ cup chicken broth until absorbed, then add another ½ cup of broth. Continue until all the broth is absorbed.
4. Add ½ cup milk and cook until almost absorbed.
5. Toss in the spinach, salt & pepper. Stir until wilted.
6. Add ½ cup Parmesan and allow to start to melt.
7. Divide into bowls and top with remaining cheese.

Makes 2 servings

Nutrition Facts:
Calories                                 355
Total Fat                                 10g
Total Carbohydrates               13g
Dietary Fiber                           3g
Protein                                   41g

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