Description
This One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet is comfort food made easy—think all the best parts of a cheeseburger packed into a creamy, cheesy, savory pasta dish. It’s quick, hearty, and weeknight-approved with minimal cleanup. The tangy ketchup, zesty mustard, melty cheddar, and pickle topping bring that classic burger flavor to your table in under 30 minutes! #CheeseburgerOrzo #OnePotMeals #EasyDinner
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard
- Pickles, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the orzo, beef broth, ketchup, and mustard.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, topped with chopped pickles for a classic cheeseburger finish.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a leaner version.
- For a little kick, add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Use dill or bread-and-butter pickles depending on your flavor preference.
- Add diced onions or sautéed mushrooms for extra depth.
- Leftovers reheat well—store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 skillet
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg