Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet
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When I polled my social media audience a few months ago on what kinds of recipes they want to see, they said "quick and easy", "one pan", and "high protein". This cheeseburger orzo skillet checks all those boxes!
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Quick Look: Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet
- 🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 6
- 📊 Calories: 384 per serving
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Why You'll Love This Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet
- One Pan - This dish is really easy to make and only uses one pan! It's a really easy recipe for those busy weeknights.
- Serves a Crowd - This actually makes quite a bit which is great for larger families or for my leftover lovers.
- Savory Flavor - The seasonings in the beef and the creamy cheese gives all the comfort food vibes.
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- Lean ground beef - You can swap this out with lean ground turkey or chicken if you prefer!
- Diced tomatoes - Petite diced tomatoes work great in this recipe, especially for picky, textural eaters.
- Cheddar cheese - you can swap this out with alternative cheese, but for the sake of the cheeseburger flavor, I really love cheddar here!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ Make it gluten free - this dish can easily be made gluten free by swapping wheat orzo with gluten free orzo.
➡️ Stir frequently - Make sure to stir this every few minutes to keep the orzo from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
How To Make This Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet
Step 1: First brown the lean ground beef in a large skillet until no longer pink. Add the seasonings to the meat and mix well.
Step 2: Add the can of diced tomatoes, chicken broth and orzo to the pan and stir.
Step 3: Stir frequently, cooking until orzo is completely cooked and liquids are mostly absorbed.
Step 4: Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. Enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based meat crumbles all work well. You may need to adjust cooking time slightly depending on the meat's fat content.
Cheddar is classic, but you can also use American cheese for a true "cheeseburger" flavor or Monterey Jack for extra creaminess. A blend of cheddar and mozzarella gives a great melt and texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave, adding a little liquid to loosen the sauce.
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Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb 93 percent lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
- 14 ½ oz Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cup Chicken broth
- 1 ½ cup Orzo uncooked
- 1 cup Cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain fat if needed.
- Next, add the minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika and taco seasoning to the meat and mix well.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes, chicken broth and orzo to the pan and stir.
- Turn heat down to medium-low, stir again and cover. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes so the orzo doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
- Once orzo is fully cooked, sprinkle on the cheese and stir well.
- Optional: add toppings such as fresh tomatoes, and sliced green onions.
One pan? Check! 30 minutes? Check! Nutritious and delicious? Check check! This has been on repeat lately for those busy sports nights!
Whole family dug into this!