One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet: Easy and Delicious Comfort Food
A hearty and delicious one-pot dish that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with tender orzo pasta, creating a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the orzo, reducing heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- This recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices.
- For a spicier version, add some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet, comfort food, easy recipe, one-pot meals