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One-Pot Creamy Lemon Artichoke Orzo

Name: One-Pot Creamy Lemon Artichoke Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped; 1 cup orzo pasta (gluten-free if preferred); 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 1/2 cup canned coconut milk or dairy-free milk alternative; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished May 9, 2026 | Updated Oct 21, 2026

Mediterranean-Inspired 30 mins onepoteasylightquickmealprepglutenfreedairyfreeMediterranean

One-Pot Creamy Lemon Artichoke Orzo is a practical PanPotPlates recipe built for dependable weeknight cooking.

Prep 10 min

Cook 20 min

Total 30 min

Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
1 cup orzo pasta (gluten-free if preferred)
1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
3 cups vegetable broth
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 cup canned coconut milk or dairy-free milk alternative
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Ingredients for One-Pot Creamy Lemon Artichoke Orzo

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or medium pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the orzo pasta and stir to coat with the oil, garlic, and onion.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and has absorbed most liquid.
Stir in quartered artichoke hearts, lemon zest, lemon juice, and coconut milk.
Simmer uncovered for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently until sauce is creamy and heated through.
Add chopped parsley and red pepper flakes, if using. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and let orzo sit for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

One-Pot Creamy Lemon Artichoke Orzo cooking in the recommended pan or pot

Tips

Pan Or Pot Required

Use a heavy pot or Dutch oven so the recipe cooks evenly from start to finish.

Cookware Size Guidance

Use a pot large enough to stir without spilling and to keep ingredients evenly submerged.

Cookware Swap Guidance

A deep skillet can work for smaller batches if it has a tight-fitting lid.

Leftovers Quality

Reheat gently and add a splash of liquid when needed to keep the texture moist and tender.

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