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Tuscan Beef Orzo Skillet | Easy One-Pan Ground Beef Dinner Recipe

Name: Tuscan Beef Orzo Skillet | Easy One-Pan Ground Beef Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 LBLaura's 96% Lean Ground Beef; 2 TBSPOlive Oil; 1/2 TSPSalt; 1/4 TSPBlack Pepper; 2 CloveGarlicMinced; 1 CupOrzo; 3 CupsChicken Broth; 1/4 CupCream; 1/2 CupSun-Dried TomatoesDrained; 2 CupsFresh Spinach; 1/4 CupParmesanGrated

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Ingredients

1 lb Laura's 96% Lean Ground Beef
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
2 clove Garlic (Minced)
1 cup Orzo
3 cups Chicken Broth
1/4 cup Cream
1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Drained)
2 cups Fresh Spinach
1/4 cup Parmesan (Grated)

Yield

Servings^*:

*Serving calculations based on 16oz beef products.
For 12oz beef products reduce serving size by 1/4.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes

Serving size based on 1 cup (242g)

Preparation

If you’re looking for a quick, cozy weeknight dinner that feels a little elevated, this Tuscan Beef Orzo Skillet is it. Everything comes together in one pan with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, orzo, and a touch of cream for a dish that’s simple but full of flavor.

1. Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.

2. Cook the garlic and orzo: In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the orzo and chicken broth, stirring to combine.

3. Simmer: Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

4. Finish the skillet: Stir in the cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and cooked beef. Add the spinach and parmesan cheese, and stir until the spinach is wilted and everything is creamy and well combined.

5. Serve: Serve warm with extra parmesan and fresh basil, if desired.

Christina Musgrave is the recipe developer, food photographer, and creator behind Tasting with Tina, where she shares approachable, elevated recipes designed for everyday home cooks. Her focus is on fresh ingredients, simple techniques, and flavorful meals that fit busy lifestyles. Explore this delicious Tuscan Beef Orzo Skillet recipe and more.