Description
Looking for a quick and nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy? Our Quick Ground Turkey Orzo Recipe is the answer! This one-pot dish combines lean ground turkey with orzo pasta and vibrant broccoli, all enhanced by zesty lemon and creamy parmesan. In just 40 minutes, you can prepare a wholesome dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite veggies! This recipe delivers delightful flavors and satisfying nutrition in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces broccoli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound extra lean ground turkey
- 1 and 1/3 cups orzo
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 and 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 ounces shredded parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing and cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in the broccoli and lemon pepper seasoning, mixing well.
- Add orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Once cooked, mix in dijon mustard, lemon juice, butter, milk, and parmesan until creamy.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot with red pepper flakes for an extra kick!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg