Description
One Pan Cheesy Beef Orzo is a comforting dish featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy melted cheese, and tender orzo, all cooked in one pan for a simple, delicious meal.
Ingredients
- Ground Beef (2 pounds)
- Yellow Onion (1 medium, finely diced)
- Garlic (1 teaspoon, minced)
- Kosher Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Ground Black Pepper (½ teaspoon)
- Onion Powder (½ teaspoon)
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (½ teaspoon)
- Orzo Pasta (1 cup, uncooked)
- Beef Broth (3 cups)
- Baby Spinach (2 cups)
- Mozzarella Cheese (¾ cup, shredded)
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese (¾ cup, shredded)
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes.
- Drain excess grease, leaving about a tablespoon; add garlic, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and crushed red pepper, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Add uncooked orzo to skillet, toasting for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Lower heat, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in baby spinach and cook for an additional minute.
- Remove from heat; stir in mozzarella and cheddar until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
For a milder flavor, you can use shallots instead of onion.
Feel free to add more veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg