One Pan Creamy Lemon Feta Zucchini Orzo
All my favorite Greek flavors in one unique and simple dish.
Zucchini season is finally upon us and I couldn’t be more excited. This one pan orzo dish is the perfect way to use up that zucchini in your kitchen – its so easy to make in under 20 minutes. All of the ingredients are very basic but the come together to form an incredible dish.
You can serve this with grilled fish or chicken. Or you can meal prep this for the week’s lunches. I eat it cold right out of the fridge and LOVE IT. I highly recommend the extra drizzle of a good olive oil when you serve this – it really makes the dish!
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Creamy Lemon Feta Zucchini Orzo
Ingredients
- 3 tbs olive oil
- 1/2 sweet onion, diced (large shallot)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb orzo pasta uncooked
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 large lemon, zested + juiced
- 1 tsp Italian herb seasoning
- salt and peppe to taste
- 3½ cups low sodium chicken broth (or veggie broth)
- 1 cup milk
- 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbs fresh dill, chopped
Optional Garnish: olive oil, lemon juice, chili flakes + dill
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat your olive oil on medium. Add in the onion and saute for 2 minutes. Add in the garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add in the orzo and stir for one minute to coat. Toss in the zucchini shreds and stir for 2 minutes. Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, Italian herb seasoning, salt and pepper to taste, chicken broth and milk. Bring to a boil then lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender. If it needs more liquid, add some broth in to keep the texture creamy, not dry.
- When the pan is off the heat, stir in your crumbled feta and dill.
- To serve, top with a nice drizzle of olive oil, chili flakes and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 1mg
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Made this today. Excellent. So much flavour. I had dentil surgery today and this was so soft to eat. Comfort food
Thank you.
Hi Christina, hope you’re feeling better and I wish you a speedy recovery! Glad you liked the orzo dish!
What olive oil do you prefer/use. I have not found one that I really like, let alone love, since I was a child
Hi Helen, I love the quality of Kyoord olive oil – I will link them below:
http://shorturl.at/iotW2
Just made this last night! I do think the recipe calls for a weeee too much liquid…you can definitely cut out a cup of the broth, or maybe sub the milk for a bit of heavy cream instead. I ended up draining some of it out when the orzo was fully cooked. I also added spinach and only used 1 zucchini. Great side dish for salmon or chicken!
Hi Clarissa, Thanks so much for trying this orzo dish out and I’m glad it ended up workin out for you! Cheers!
🤯 so so good!! I added everything including the red chili flakes. 🤣
Hi Monica, glad it was a winner for you! Thanks for the kind rating!
Amazing!!
Hi Michelle, glad you enjoyed!
10/10. Didn’t have any dill but still tasted so good.
Hi Caitlin, thank you for trying it !
wondering if I can sub the orzo for another smaller gluten free pasta? was unable to find any gluten free orzo!
Absolutely! Any small tiny pasta works here🥰
One of the most delicious recipes I’ve ever prepared. I love this recipe. I made no adjustments and it came out perfect. I served it with baked chicken.
Hi Lucille, so glad it was enjoyed! Thanks for the kind feedback!
I used risotto & it was awesoms
So so delicious … thank you for introducing me to this beautiful sublet yummy flavour
I did it with quinoa for additional nutrition… did one cup quinoa for 1+3/4 c water
Did sour cream instead of milk when it was finished cos .. well why not ? 🙂
Amazing amazing
Whoever doesn’t think it’s a good enuf recipe has to upgrade the quality of their feta … cos that makes all the difference.. make sure it’s sheep feta and if good quality.
Thank you !!
Hi Neomi, this message makes me smile! Thanks for sharing your feedback and recipe suggestionds!
did you cook quinoa before adding or just add it like the recipe says?
This was amazing! Moving to the A list and super easy to make during a weekday. Put some shrimp with it and a great weeknight meal.
Hi Rachel, Perfect pairing with shrimp!
It is so flavorful and SO good!
Hi Carissa, I agree! lol Glad you liked the dish!
Lacking flavor. I used 6 garlic instead of 4 and still was lacking flavor. Added more salt but still missing something. My husband and I really wanted to like this dish. Followed everything to the letter.
Hi Lisa, im sorry the recipe didn’t work for you!
You obviously have ruined your taste buds with your basic bitch cooking. please don’t bother to ruin some ones day by posting your pathetic dribble
Have a lovely day 🙂
Dude it’s a recipe, take it down a notch….
wow you sound unhinged.
Go eat your crap Mexican food then
hi! am i supposed to put in raw orzo uncooked?
Yes, it cooks in the pan.
Just made this in 15 minutes during my lunch break, working from home.
My gosh, it’s so good. and SO EASY!
I added extra zuc, just because I knew I could hide it … lol
The kids are already prowling around the kitchen, wondering when it’s time for dinner!
Hi Lindsay! YES! I know its so quick and easy!!Glad you enjoyed it!
how do I avoid having the milk curdle?
This looks so good but I can’t do milk, do you think I can just sub more Chicken broth? I know it won’t be the same!
Hi Steph, absolutely go for the chicken broth and don’t worry, the feta will make it creammy.!
Just made this for dinner. It was so easy and delicious. I can’t believe I made something that tastes so good! I used yellow squash and cream since those are what I had on hand and it turned out perfect! You always have the easiest most delicious recipes. Thank you for sharing them!
Hi Jenna, That makes me so happy – I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks for the kind review !!
Hi Jenna, that’s so awesome! Glad you tried it and liked it!!
Love orzo and can’t wait to try this! Can I sub the milk with Greek yogurt, as I never have milk in my fridge.