Description
This Easy Ground Beef Orzo combines savory beef and tender pasta in a quick, comforting dish perfect for any weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 splash olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Brown the Meat: Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and fully cooked, around 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the uncooked orzo, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the Broth: Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
- Finishing Touches: Stir everything together and serve hot. Garnish with fresh parsley or cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize by adding vegetables or using different proteins like turkey or plant-based options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: ground beef orzo, one pot meal, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe