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Ground Turkey Orzo: A Delicious and Healthy Recipe

Ground Turkey Orzo: A Delicious and Healthy Recipe
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Ground Turkey Orzo is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines ground turkey, orzo pasta, and a variety of vegetables in a delicious tomato-based sauce. This one-pot meal is easy to make and perfect for a cozy dinner with family or friends.

Ingredients

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Ground Turkey Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Orzo Mixture:

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ground Turkey Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. Add chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until softened.
  2. Simmer the Sauce: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Cook the Orzo: Stir in orzo and chicken broth. Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot with additional Parmesan and red pepper flakes.

Notes

  • You can customize this dish by adding more vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

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Keywords: Ground Turkey Orzo, One-Pot Meal, Healthy Dinner Recipe

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