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Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo

Savory Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo for a Cozy Dinner Night

A delightful Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo that's perfect for a cozy dinner, combining creamy orzo, savory sausage, and tender broccoli.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 12 ounces Chicken Sausage Try spicy varieties for a kick.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Can substitute with green beans or spinach.
  • 8 ounces Orzo Pasta Use gluten-free pasta for a lighter choice.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, can add extra for more flavor.
Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works as a dairy-free alternative.
  • to taste Seasonings Salt, Black Pepper, Red Pepper Flakes.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add orzo pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken sausage, breaking into pieces. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine cooked orzo and chopped broccoli, fold gently, and cover for 3-5 minutes to steam the broccoli.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Top with grated Parmesan before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; swap chicken sausage for turkey or plant-based options. Store in an airtight container.

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