This easy homemade rice pilaf combines toasted orzo and fluffy long grain white rice simmered in rich chicken broth for a simple, flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with chicken, beef, pork, or holiday meals. It’s buttery, comforting, and made with pantry staples in under 30 minutes.
Melt butter in a medium sauce pan, add orzo to the pan saute until the pasta starts to brown.
Add in the rice and stir to combine. Allow rice 2 minutes to start to toast in the pan.
Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper to taste.
Bring rice to a boil, reduce heat to low cover and let simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let set for 5 minutes. Remove cover and fluff with a fork. Serve with just about anything!