Description
Savory Orzo Stuffed Banana Peppers Soup is the perfect dish to warm your soul on chilly evenings. This comforting soup brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh banana peppers, hearty ground turkey, and creamy cheeses, all enriched with aromatic herbs and spices. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this flavorful meal is ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Enjoy it as a stand-alone dish or pair it with a crisp salad or crusty bread for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced banana peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 lb mild ground turkey
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 heaping tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced banana peppers, green pepper, onion, and minced garlic until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned (5-6 minutes), breaking it apart.
- Pour in chicken broth and evaporated milk; stir in salt, black pepper, basil, oregano, and thyme. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in shredded parmesan cheese and cream cheese cubes until melted.
- Add uncooked orzo pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for enhanced flavor. Adjust spices according to taste preference. For a vegetarian option, substitute ground turkey with plant-based protein or beans.