Beef Orzo And Rice Recipe

Quick & Easy Beef Orzo and Rice - Ready in under 30 minutes! This satisfying one-pan meal combines tender beef, fluffy rice, and orzo pasta in a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 292.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Beef Orzo And Rice

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Beef Orzo And Rice

  • Orzo Pasta
  • Long Grain White Rice
  • Olive Oil
  • Cracked Pepper
  • Ground Rosemary
  • Thyme
  • White Wine
  • Water
  • Onion Soup Mix

How to Make Beef Orzo And Rice

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add orzo, rice, diced tomatoes (undrained), beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and orzo are cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g