Description
One Pot Cheesy Taco Orzo is the perfect weeknight meal that combines creamy cheese and bold taco flavors into a single, satisfying dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also easy to clean up, thanks to its one-pot cooking method. Featuring hearty orzo pasta, juicy ground beef, and a generous amount of gooey cheese, it’s sure to please both kids and adults alike. Top it with your favorite fresh ingredients like tomatoes and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. This cheesy comfort food is ideal for casual dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cups orzo (uncooked)
- 2 cups taco skillet sauce
- 2½ cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella and Cheddar blend)
- toppings: tomatoes, olives, green onions, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes until tender.
- Add uncooked orzo, taco sauce, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Cook on medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Top with desired toppings before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg