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Enchilada Orzo Recipe - Family Fresh Meals Recipe
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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
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Cheesy Enchilada Orzo
Servings: 4
Calories: 334kcal
Author: Corey Valley

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  • 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.

Nutrition

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