Description

This Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo recipe is a flavorful and hearty one-pot meal featuring tender orzo pasta cooked with savory chicken sausage, fresh broccoli florets, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Finished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, it makes for a simple, comforting dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups orzo pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Brown the Sausage: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Cook Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
Add Orzo and Broth: Pour in the orzo pasta, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Finish with Cheese: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined for a creamy texture.
Serve: Plate the dish hot and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For a creamier dish, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream just before serving.
You can substitute the chicken sausage with turkey sausage or a plant-based sausage to suit dietary preferences or create a different flavor profile.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg