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Creamy Lemon Herb Ground Turkey Orzo Skillet Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
This flavorful skillet combines ground turkey, orzo, and fresh herbs in a creamy lemon sauce for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables and aromatics

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey (93/7 recommended)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach
  • 1 large lemon (for zest and juice)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)
  • to taste Red pepper flakes optional

Instructions 

  • Sauté onion in olive oil until soft, then add garlic and lemon zest; cook for 1 minute.
  • Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, cook until browned, then stir in orzo and toast for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, bring to simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, spinach, lemon juice, parsley, dill, and season to taste. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes to taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ground turkey