One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet Recipe
This One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet combines the comforting flavors of a classic cheeseburger with tender orzo pasta in a quick and easy meal. Ground beef is browned and simmered with orzo, beef broth, ketchup, and mustard, then topped with melted cheddar cheese and garnished with pickles for a delicious twist on a family favorite dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
Pasta and Grains
- 1 cup orzo
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Liquids
- 2 cups beef broth
Condiments
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard
Garnish
- Pickles, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add Orzo and Liquids: Stir the orzo into the browned beef, then pour in the beef broth. Add ketchup and mustard as well. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the Mixture: Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook uncovered for about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. The orzo will absorb the broth and become tender.
- Incorporate Cheese and Garnish: Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts smoothly into the skillet. Finally, garnish with sliced pickles on top before serving to add a tangy, crunchy finish.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) to reduce excess grease.
- Feel free to substitute the cheddar cheese with your favorite melting cheese.
- For a twist, add diced onions or garlic when browning the beef.
- Pickles add classic cheeseburger flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: thirty-five g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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