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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

Savory Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo in 30 Minutes

This Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo recipe is a quick, savory, and comforting one-pot dish that your family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 1 cup orzo pasta can substitute with gluten-free orzo
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be swapped with any cooking oil
  • 12 ounces chicken sausage can use turkey or plant-based sausage
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh is best, garlic powder can be a substitute
  • 2 cups broccoli florets other veggies could be added
For Cooking
  • 4 cups chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning any mixed herbs work as well
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Finish
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese can substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley any herb can be used for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 12 ounces of sliced chicken sausage to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
  3. In the same pot, add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of broccoli florets and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Next, add 1 cup of orzo pasta, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Remove the pot from heat and stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  8. Serve your Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish can easily be stored for later and reheated. Adding fresh herbs or extra cheese before serving can enhance the flavors.

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