Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions, pickles, or sliced tomatoes
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat if necessary. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add uncooked orzo to the skillet, stirring to coat. Pour in broth and milk, stirring well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- For extra flavor, top with cooked bacon bits or a fried egg.
- Use gluten-free orzo if necessary, made from rice or corn.
- Reheat leftovers gently on stove or microwave, adding a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg