One Pot Ground Beef Orzo with Creamy Tomato Sauce
One Pot Ground Beef Orzo with Creamy Tomato Sauce is the ultimate weeknight comfort food. This dish features tender orzo pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich, creamy tomato sauce that comes together in just one pot. Perfect for busy schedules, it offers hearty flavors and minimal cleanup, making it a family favorite in no time. Gather your loved ones and dive into this satisfying meal that promises warmth and joy at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cups beef broth (or water)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the canned diced tomatoes along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the orzo pasta and pour in the beef broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cook for about 8 minutes until orzo is tender; stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnishing with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For lighter options, swap ground beef for turkey or chicken. Add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of broth or water.