Description
Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a delicious and hearty recipe featuring chicken sausage broccoli and orzo pasta perfect for a comforting meal. This easy recipe fits perfectly into Orzo Meals and is ideal for those who love Cheesy Chicken Orzo and Chicken Spinach Orzo varieties. Enjoy a quick delightful meal that satisfies both your taste buds and hunger.
Ingredients
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- 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)
Instructions
- In a large pot heat the olive oil over medium heat Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned about 5-7 minutes
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften
- Add the orzo chicken broth Italian seasoning salt and pepper Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer
- Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes stirring occasionally until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid
- Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley
Notes
- For a creamier version 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 for a different flavor profile
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg