Creamy Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Orzo
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Creamy Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Orzo. This luxurious yet simple dish features tender beef medallions enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce served over perfectly cooked orzo pasta. Ideal for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this recipe combines savory flavors and a comforting texture that will impress your guests without requiring extensive preparation time. With just 15 minutes of prep and under an hour of total cooking time, you can create a gourmet meal that feels special and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef tenderloin
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper, then slice it into medallions.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, searing the medallions until golden brown on both sides; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- Add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Return the beef medallions to the skillet and simmer until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg