Description
A delicious and creamy one-pan meal featuring orzo pasta and ground beef, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar blend
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until soft and fragrant (2–3 minutes).
- Add ground beef. Cook until browned and no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced red and green bell peppers. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and orzo. Mix thoroughly.
- Pour in water or beef broth. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Reduce heat. Stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Cover the skillet to let the cheese melt.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish is best served hot and can be garnished with extra cheese if desired.
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup