Description
Italian Ground Turkey Spinach Orzo is a delectable and nutritious one-pot dish that brings together the lean protein of ground turkey, nutrient-rich spinach, and comforting orzo pasta. This recipe is designed for busy weeknights, requiring just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect solution for families looking to enjoy a quick yet satisfying meal. With vibrant flavors and the ease of a single pot, this dish caters to both adults and kids alike. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 12 oz orzo pasta
- 2.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 4.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.25 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1.25 tsp salt
- 0.75 tsp pepper
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 4 cups spinach, chopped
- 0.66 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add chicken broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Stir in orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once the orzo is cooked, add chopped spinach and stir until wilted.
- Remove from heat; mix in grated parmesan cheese and squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg