Description
Bright, fresh, and full of flavor, this Lemon Pepper Ground Turkey and Broccoli Orzo is the perfect one-skillet meal for busy weeknights. The bold lemon zest and cracked pepper elevate lean ground turkey, while tender broccoli and orzo make it feel hearty and satisfying. It’s light, nourishing, and irresistibly vibrant with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo according to package directions (about 8–10 minutes). In the final 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss until well combined.
- Add cooked orzo and broccoli to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of feta before serving.
- Swap in whole wheat orzo or a gluten-free pasta for a different dietary need.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 2–3 days great for lunch meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, One-Pot Meal
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Pepper Ground Turkey, Broccoli Orzo, One Skillet Meal, Easy Weeknight Dinner