Description
Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo is a comforting one-pot dish that brings together tender orzo, crispy broccoli, and juicy chicken sausage in a savory embrace. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and deliciously satisfying. With vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients, it’s sure to become a family favorite as you enjoy each warm, flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (sliced)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté until broccoli is bright green (3-4 minutes).
- Add uncooked orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until orzo is al dente (10-12 minutes). Stir once halfway through.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan, stir gently until melted, then adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg