How to Make Instant Pot Spinach and Mushroom Orzo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners? Look no further than this Instant Pot Spinach and Mushroom Orzo recipe. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or the entire family, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

Orzo, a small rice-shaped pasta, is the star of this dish. It’s cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, which means you don’t have to worry...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup tricolor orzo
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup julienned fresh spinach
  • 2 ounces sliced portobello mushrooms
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Combine chicken broth and orzo in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot); stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Switch to Sauté function. Stir in butter, garlic, spinach, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    254 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 1069mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 268mg