Description
Indulge in a flavorful and satisfying meal with this recipe for Flank Steak with Creamy Orzo. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines juicy grilled steak with creamy orzo pasta, creating a harmony of delicious flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Flank Steak:
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Creamy Orzo:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Flank Steak: Rub the flank steak with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing.
- Make the Creamy Orzo: Sauté onion and garlic. Add orzo, then chicken broth. Simmer until tender. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and spinach. Finish with lemon juice.
- Serve: Plate the creamy orzo, top with sliced flank steak, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Swap spinach for arugula or kale if preferred.
- Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
