Cheesy Enchilada Orzo
This Cheesy Enchilada Orzo recipe is a simple supper with a great blend of flavors and textures: chewy orzo, tender veggies, and a spicy, creamy sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Cheesy Enchilada Orzo
Servings: 4
Calories: 334kcal
Author: Corey Valley
- 1 cup uncooked Orzo
- ½ block cream cheese cubed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 can black beans
- 1/2 cup whole kernel corn
- ½ diced red bell pepper
- ½ diced green bell pepper
- ¼ cup chopped green chilies
- salt and pepper to taste
In a large skillet, cook peppers and corn over medium-high heat until they start to soften.
Add in vegetable stock and orzo, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until orzo is cooked. Stir occasionally while cooking.
Uncover, add in cream cheese, black beans, enchilada sauce, cheddar cheese, green chilies and salt and pepper to taste. Turn heat down to low, and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Serve with sour cream, tomatoes, cilantro, and a lime.
Remove from pot and serve.
Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 1398mg | Potassium: 269mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1470IU | Vitamin C: 32.5mg | Calcium: 311mg | Iron: 1.2mg