Cast-Iron Turkey Meatball Orzo

Cast-Iron Turkey Meatball Orzo ingredients detail photo
Ingredients detail photo slot: proteins, vegetables, aromatics, and sauce components before cooking.

Cast-Iron Turkey Meatball Orzo

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup parmesan
  • 3/4 cup orzo
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. Mix turkey, egg, parmesan, oregano, salt, and pepper; form meatballs.
  2. Brown meatballs in cast iron, then remove briefly.
  3. Add tomatoes, broth, and orzo; nestle meatballs back in.
  4. Simmer until orzo is tender and fold in kale.
Cast-Iron Turkey Meatball Orzo prep and process photo
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