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Colorful cheeseburger orzo skillet featuring golden-brown cooked orzo pasta topped with melted cheddar cheese, fresh chopped pickles, bright red tomatoes, and green lettuce. The dish is served in a rustic skillet with visible steam, highlighting its savory and cheesy appeal, garnished with fresh herbs.

Hearty One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet

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A quick and easy cheeseburger orzo skillet made in one pot, combining tender orzo pasta, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickles
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add orzo pasta, stirring to coat with the beef mixture.
  5. Pour in beef broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and cook until cheese melts.
  7. Garnish with chopped pickles, diced tomato, and shredded lettuce before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce.
  • Feel free to customize toppings with bacon, jalapenos, or avocado.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 855mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg