Orzo Jambalaya: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Orzo jambalaya is a delicious and comforting dish featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon, diced
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup green peas
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until softened.
- Add the orzo pasta and stir for a couple of minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, paprika, cayenne pepper, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in the chicken ham, turkey bacon, and green peas. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can substitute some of the chicken broth with a splash of white wine.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or corn for extra nutrition.