Description
A quick and easy recipe for Ground Turkey Orzo, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces broccoli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound extra lean ground turkey
- 1 and 1/3 cups orzo (220 grams)
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 2 and 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 ounces shredded parmesan
- Red pepper flakes (to serve)
Instructions
- Begin by cutting 12 ounces of broccoli into bite-size pieces. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until it is slightly charred and vibrant green.
- Add an additional ½ tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Introduce 1 pound of extra lean ground turkey to the skillet. Brown the turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks, until it’s fully cooked through.
- Add 1 and ⅓ cups (220 grams) of orzo to the empty side of the skillet. Toast the orzo for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes fragrant and slightly golden.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon pepper seasoning, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, and ¼ cup of lemon juice to the skillet. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth to deglaze the pan, then add an additional 1 and ½ cups of chicken broth, bringing the total to 2 and ½ cups. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the orzo is cooked and the broth has been absorbed.
- Reduce the heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 cup of milk, and 2 ounces of shredded parmesan cheese to the skillet. Fold everything together until the butter and cheese are melted and the mixture is well combined.
- Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet and mix gently to integrate it into the creamy orzo and turkey mixture.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Red pepper flakes can be added for extra heat.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ground Turkey Orzo, Quick Dinner, Easy Recipe