Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo, a creamy and comforting dish that brings your favorite cheeseburger right to the dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families looking for something quick yet satisfying. With its cheesy goodness and robust flavors, this versatile recipe can easily adapt to suit any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying a casual dinner with family or hosting friends for a cozy gathering, this hearty orzo dish will surely impress everyone.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- 1.5 pounds lean ground beef
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 ½ cup orzo
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
- Add black pepper and smoked paprika to the skillet, deglazing with ½ cup of beef broth while scraping up any bits.
- Incorporate lean ground beef, breaking it up as you cook until no longer pink (about 3 minutes). Mix in ketchup and mustard.
- Stir in orzo and remaining beef broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10–15 minutes until orzo is al dente, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and shredded cheddar cheese. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg