This simple One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo combines my favorite summer flavors of sweet corn and fragrant basil with Parmesan cheese and butter for the creamiest pasta dish you will get special requests for. Torn basil, lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon at the end add bright, tangy notes that are sure to tempt your taste buds. Perfection.
To create this flavorful pasta dish, you will need to melt the butter in a deep skillet, then add the finely chopped onion. Once the onion is soft and translucent, add the pasta, corn, and more butter. Toast the orzo for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Next, add in the water and salt. Cook until the pasta is al dente. Finally, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, and basil. Serve in bowls topped with more fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
To make the One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo, you will need the following ingredients:
In a deep skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and add the finely chopped onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
Add 1 cup orzo pasta, corn, and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Cook, stirring frequently, to toast the pasta, about 5 minutes.
Add 3 cups water and ½ teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, on medium low heat uncovered until the orzo is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove from heat, add the lemon zest and juice, 4 tablespoons finely chopped basil, and 2 cups Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine well. Taste and add more salt if needed.
Divide the pasta among bowls and top with more fresh basil and Parmesan, if desired. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
This One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo will always hit the spot for a quick, flavorful meal. Great on its own as a main, it also makes for a hearty side dish to your favorite protein. What's your go-to pasta recipe? Tell us in the comments below!
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Made this dish for the fam last week. Everyone loved it, even my picky eater.
Whipped this up for me and the missus on a rainy night. So simple, tasted like summer in a bowl.
I made this creamy corn orzo for dinner last night, and my husband loved it! It’s so easy and tastes fresh, perfect for summer nights.
This One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo was a hit at our BBQ last week. So easy to whip up, and everyone loved it.
Delicious! My kids loved it and begged for more. It was simple to make and perfect for hot summer nights. Definitely trying this again!
¡Delicioso! Mis hijos lo amaron.
This One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo is a total game changer! I made it for a family get-together, and everyone was lovin it. The sweet corn and basil combo is just superb. Even my picky kids were askin for seconds. So easy to whip up, def gonna be in my regular rotation now.
Delicious! I made the One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo for a family gathering, and everyone loved it. The creamy texture and fresh flavours made it the star of the meal! I especially appreciated how easy it was to prepare. Will definitely make it again soon!
Fab! I made this orzo with my kids during summer break, and they loved it. The sweet corn and tangy lemon burst with flavor. Simple to cook and a hit at the dinner table, I can't wait to make it again. Definitely a go-to recipe for busy nights.
Yummy! I made this for a summer picnic and everyone loved it. The corn and basil really made it shine. Can't wait to make it again!
Dude, this One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo is legit! Made it for my pals after a beach day, and they were like 'more please!' Super easy and sooo creamy. The basil and lemon are a game changer. Totally gonna be my summer go-to!
Man, this One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo is just fab! I whipped it up for a last-minute dinner and wowed my buddies. The buttery corn and basil hit just right, and I even added some extra lemon. Total crowd-pleaser!
Totally scrumptious dish! My kids and I made this creamy corn orzo for a family dinner. The kids loved helping add the corn and mixing in the cheese. Everyone kept asking for seconds, it was the perfect summer recipe! I can't believe how easy and delicious it was!
Dude, this One Pot Creamy Corn Orzo is legit. Made it for the fam and everyone was like, wow! So simple yet super tasty. The lemon zest really hits different. Definitely making it again.
