Description
This Savory Ground Turkey Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a cozy, one-skillet wonder that brings bold Mediterranean flavors to your table with minimal effort. Hearty ground turkey, tender orzo, and sweet-tangy sun-dried tomatoes come together in a creamy, Parmesan-kissed finish. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner you’ll want to keep in rotation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the orzo pasta to the skillet, followed by the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a spoonful of cream cheese.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a slightly lighter flavor.
- Add baby spinach or chopped kale at the end for a pop of green and added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One-Pot, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: ground turkey orzo, sun-dried tomato orzo, skillet dinner, one-pot pasta, easy turkey recipe