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Close-up of a cheesy orzo skillet dinner inspired by cheeseburgers, showing rich textures.

Quick & Easy One-Pot Cheeseburger Orzo Skillet Dinner

A quick and satisfying one-pot meal combining the flavors of a cheeseburger with tender orzo pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Dairy
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Optional toppings
  • diced pickles, tomatoes, lettuce as desired

Method
 

  1. Brown ground beef in a skillet until cooked; drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in orzo, beef broth, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then serve with optional toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce.