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Ground Beef Orzo: A Delicious One-Pan Meal to Try!

A delicious one-pan meal featuring ground beef and orzo pasta, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the orzo pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the orzo is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top and cover for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • You can mix in some vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color.

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