Easy Rice Pilaf

2 Tbs butter
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup white rice
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
2 cups chicken broth
1 tsp salt *(if your chicken stock is salted I would go easy on the salt and add more once cooked if needed - ours was a little salty)
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)

In a large skillet (that has a lid) over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add orzo and toast until golden brown. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Add in rice, chicken broth, salt* and parsley. Stir well and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with fork. Stir in parmesan if desired. Enjoy!