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One-Pot Cheesy Taco Orzo

Published: Dec 7, 2016 · Modified: Aug 19, 2022 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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I have a few taco lovers in my house (myself included).  I love crunchy tacos, but we like to try different recipes with our favorite taco flavors. 
 
I do not cook with orzo often, but our store has a pasta sale (I know right? Yum!), and I picked up a box and decided to make a taco inspired meal. I thought orzo was a perfect vehicle for a one-pot meal (another one of my favorite things). 
 
I opted for a lean ground beef, but ground turkey would work great. I also added some onions, mild green chilies, tomato, some taco sauce, and taco seasoning- of course.   This meal comes together so fast and is so delicious! Kellen exclaimed half-way into his meal “I love this orzo!” Music to my ears. 
 
I thought sharing this taco recipe was perfect for this week considering it is Kellen’s birthday week and my little guy is a taco lover extraordinaire.  Like I mentioned in my weekly meal plan post, our theme for the party this weekend is Dragons Love Tacos. 
 
 

One-Pot Cheesy Taco Orzo

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs lean ground beef or turkey
  • ½ medium onion diced
  • 4 oz diced green chilies
  • 1 oz packet taco seasoning
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup taco sauce I use mild
  • 2 ½ cups reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups uncooked orzo
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • sliced green onion black olives, tomatoes, shredded cheese, for topping

Instructions
 

  • In a large rimmed skillet, brown beef with diced onion till no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  • Add chilies, taco seasoning, tomato sauce, garlic powder, taco sauce, chicken broth and orzo. Stir well.
  • Cover and simmer for about 8-10 minutes, or until orzo is tender. Top with cheese and other desired toppings and serve.
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