# One Pot Creamy Orzo & Meatballs

- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup panko
- 1/2 cup parmesan
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 whole egg
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp dried onion
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp vegetable seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 whole onion, finely diced
- 4 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cup broth
- 1/3 cup cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper

## Instructions

1. Mix all meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
2. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
3. Scoop and brown the meatballs in the oil, then remove to a plate and cover.
4. Add remaining oil and onion to the same pan, sautéing until translucent.
5. Add orzo and seasoning, stirring and toasting until browned.
6. Add garlic, broth, cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and the browned meatballs back into the pan.
7. Cover and simmer on medium-low heat.
8. Let it sit to thicken before serving.

## Equipment

- large mixing bowl
- large saucepan
- spatula
- plate

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdZhlxipDzt/?stkn=YXQzcmlyeXU0eWw4
- Creator: TJ | Mom Life & Easy Meals
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/22f0f518-502a-4fe3-8c82-fd4b1c6b9b6c
- Extracted: 2026-09-26

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