Description
This one-pan Ground Turkey Orzo is your go-to weeknight dinner savory, satisfying, and packed with tender veggies and herbs. Juicy ground turkey, sautéed onions, garlic, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes mingle with tender orzo in a flavorful broth, all topped off with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s wholesome comfort in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender.
- Stir in orzo and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes until the orzo is tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley. Garnish with Parmesan if using. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Want it creamier? Stir in a splash of cream or a spoonful of ricotta at the end.
- Swap zucchini with bell peppers or spinach for a fun twist.
- For extra protein, top with a poached egg or serve with a side of Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: ground turkey, orzo, turkey skillet, one-pan dinner, easy dinner, healthy orzo recipe