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Tomato and Mushroom Orzo Bake

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1½ cups sliced mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ cups dry orzo
  • 3 tbsp pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 2½ cups chicken broth divided: 2 cups + ½ cup
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne optional
  • 2 cups shredded cheese mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a deep baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes and mushrooms with olive oil. Roast for 20 minutes until softened and slightly blistered.
  2. Remove from oven and stir in dry orzo, pesto, 2 cups of chicken broth, and all the spices: garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Mix well to combine.
  3. Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
  4. Pour in the remaining ½ cup of broth, stir everything again, and bake for another 10 minutes.
  5. Finally, stir in the shredded cheese and bake for 5 more minutes until everything is creamy and melted.
  6. Give it a final stir and serve hot. Add your choice of protein on top or on the side—grilled chicken, shrimp, or even crispy tofu all work beautifully.