One Pan Cheesy Beef Orzo
Enjoy a delicious One Pan Cheesy Beef Orzo for dinner. Hearty, creamy, and ready in under 30 minutes with easy cleanup!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 567kcal
Ingredients
- 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 (136 g) orzo pasta, uncooked
- 3 cups (24 ounces) beef broth
- 2 cups (60 g) baby spinach
- ¾ cup (85 g) mozzarella, shredded
- ¾ cup (85 g) 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.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 567kcal