Description
A delicious and hearty ground beef orzo skillet dish that is quick to prepare and perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, (finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, (minced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup orzo pasta, (uncooked)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ¾ cup mozzarella, (shredded)
- ¾ cup sharp cheddar cheese, (shredded)
- fresh parsley, (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook together, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the meat is browned and the onion is soft, 8-10 minutes.
- Drain off excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add the orzo to the pan. Stir to coat it in the beef mixture, letting it toast lightly for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in the spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, just until wilted.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables or spices according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg