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Description
This Best Ground Turkey Orzo Recipe is quick, easy, and delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prepping, it’s a healthy and budget-friendly option.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add orzo and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until orzo is cooked through and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute other vegetables, such as zucchini or spinach.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg