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Simple Ground Beef Orzo Recipe

Ground Beef Orzo Recipe is the ultimate one-pot comfort meal that’s creamy, hearty, and ready in just 30 minutes. Made with tender orzo pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich tomato-based sauce, this easy dinner delivers bold flavor with minimal cleanup—perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 492
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
  5. Season with paprika and Italian seasoning.
  6. Stir in tomato paste and cook until slightly darkened.
  7. Pour in broth and add orzo pasta.
  8. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook while stirring often.
  9. Cook until orzo is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Serve warm with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Stir frequently to prevent the orzo from sticking. Add extra broth if needed to maintain a creamy texture.