Description

Savor the deliciousness of steak bites with creamy mushroom orzo. This recipe boasts a simple preparation method, making it perfect for a quick meal. Juicy steak, tender orzo, and a rich mushroom sauce come together beautifully for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 ½ cups (204 g) orzo pasta, uncooked
3 cups (720 g / 24 ounces) chicken broth
8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 large yellow onion, diced (about 1 ½ cups)
1 ½ teaspoons garlic, minced
¾ cup (178.5 g) heavy whipping cream
1 cup (100 g) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
1 pound top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

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Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Toast the orzo for about 3-4 minutes until golden.
Add chicken broth to the toasted orzo and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until liquid is almost absorbed.
In another skillet, heat the remaining butter over medium-high. Add mushrooms and let them cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle the mushrooms with kosher salt, then add the diced onion and stir, cooking until golden and moisture has evaporated (5-6 minutes).
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Lower the heat and blend in heavy cream, Parmesan, remaining salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Incorporate lemon juice into the sauce, then mix with the cooked orzo and keep warm.
Wipe the mushroom skillet clean for cooking the steak. Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.
In the same skillet, heat vegetable oil until shimmering, and add the steak in a single layer. Cook without moving for 2 minutes.
Flip the steak and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until browned to desired doneness. Add butter and baste the steak for 30 seconds.
Top the creamy orzo with steak bites and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the mushrooms brown nicely before adding other ingredients.
Adjust the cooking time of the steak to achieve your preferred level of doneness.
Stir the orzo gently to maintain a creamy texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 670
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 57g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 125mg