Description
Looking for a tasty dinner idea? Try this savory Ground Turkey Orzo Recipe today! Enjoy a delicious and easy meal. Discover now.
Ingredients
Scale
For the main dish:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (*freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth (*I use Swanson low-sodium)
- 1 1/3 cups orzo (*uncooked pasta)
- 1 lb ground turkey (*extra lean for less fat)
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz broccoli (*cut into florets)
- 2 tsp salt-free lemon pepper seasoning
For finishing:
- Red pepper flakes (*optional, for a kick)
- 2 tbsp butter (*I like Kerrygold unsalted)
- 1 cup milk (*whole milk for creaminess)
- 2 oz shredded parmesan (*freshly grated is best)
Instructions
- Step 1: 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.
- Step 2: 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. Once cooked, push the turkey to one side of the skillet to make space for the next step.
- Step 3: 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.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 teaspoons of lemon pepper seasoning, 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, and ¼ cup of lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon) to the skillet. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any sticky bits from the bottom. Add an additional 1 and ½ cups of chicken broth, bringing the total to 2 and ½ cups, and stir to combine the ingredients. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the orzo is cooked and the broth has been absorbed.
- Step 5: 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, creating a luscious, creamy texture.
- Step 6: Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet and mix gently to integrate it into the creamy orzo and turkey mixture. Serve the dish warm, topped with additional shredded parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired for an extra kick of flavor.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg