{"id":"5c0176d8-6e2c-428a-a17f-b700a3261a39","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/5c0176d8-6e2c-428a-a17f-b700a3261a39","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a61728143/one-pan-eggplant-parm-orzo-recipe/","title":"One-Pan Eggplant Parm Orzo","description":"Orzo is simmered in a thyme and garlic tomato sauce, tossed with sautéed eggplant, topped with fresh mozzarella, and broiled until bubbly.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 - 6 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT1H","ingredients":[{"text":"1 1/4 lb. Italian eggplant (about 3) or 1 large globe eggplant, cut into 1\" pieces","item":"Italian eggplant (about 3) or 1 large globe eggplant, cut into 1\" pieces","quantity":1.25,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"Kosher salt","item":"Kosher salt"},{"text":"5 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided","item":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":5,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 medium yellow onion, chopped","item":"medium yellow onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"3 cloves garlic, sliced","item":"garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","preparation":"sliced"},{"text":"1 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried thyme","item":"chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried thyme","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes","item":"crushed red pepper flakes","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes","item":"(28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes","quantity":1},{"text":"2 c. low-sodium vegetable broth or water","item":"low-sodium vegetable broth or water","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tsp. Italian seasoning","item":"Italian seasoning","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"8 oz. orzo","item":"orzo","quantity":8,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"2 oz. fresh spinach (about 2 c.)","item":"fresh spinach","quantity":2,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 2 c."},{"text":"2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 c.), plus more for serving","item":"Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 c.)","quantity":2,"unit":"oz","preparation":"plus more for serving"},{"text":"4 oz. fresh mozzarella, torn into chunks","item":"fresh mozzarella, torn into chunks","quantity":4,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"Torn fresh basil, for serving","item":"Torn fresh basil, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Line a sheet tray with paper towels and arrange eggplant on paper towels in a single layer; season with 1 tsp. salt. Place another layer of paper towels on top. Let sit 10 minutes. Gently press down on paper towels to absorb excess moisture."},{"number":2,"text":"In a large stainless steel skillet over medium heat, heat 2 Tbsp. oil. Add half of eggplant; season with salt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until well browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer eggplant to a plate."},{"number":3,"text":"In same skillet over medium heat, heat 2 Tbsp. oil and repeat with remaining eggplant."},{"number":4,"text":"In same skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until just starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is fragrant and starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in orzo and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring frequently to keep orzo from sticking, until orzo is al dente and liquid is thick and saucy, 10 to 12 minutes."},{"number":5,"text":"Place a rack in closest position to broiler; turn on broiler. Add spinach and Parmesan to orzo mixture and stir until spinach is wilted. Return eggplant to skillet and stir until distributed. Top with mozzarella."},{"number":6,"text":"Broil eggplant Parm, watching closely, until mozzarella is melted and starting to brown, about 5 minutes."},{"number":7,"text":"Top with basil and more Parmesan."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:13.254144+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:13.254144+00:00"}