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One-Pot Ground Turkey Orzo served in a bowl with fresh herbs

One-Pot Ground Turkey Orzo

A fast and comforting one-pot meal featuring browned turkey, tender orzo, and juicy tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey Substitute ground chicken or a plant-based crumble if preferred.
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Toast briefly in the pot for nuttier flavor.
  • 1 cup chopped onion (yellow or white)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup chopped spinach (fresh) If using frozen spinach, squeeze out excess water first.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground turkey and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the pot to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in the orzo and the can of diced tomatoes with their juices.
  7. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender. Check once to ensure the liquid doesn't fully evaporate; add a splash of broth if it looks dry.
  8. Fold in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 570mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Best served with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and grated Parmesan. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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