Name: Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced (Use your favorite flavor of chicken sausage); 2 cups broccoli florets (Fresh or frozen broccoli can be used); 1 cup orzo pasta (This dish can also work with other small pasta shapes); 3 cups chicken broth (Low-sodium broth is recommended); 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (Freshly grated will give the best flavor); 1/2 cup heavy cream (Optional for extra creaminess); 1 tbsp olive oil (For sautéing the sausage); to taste salt and pepper (Adjust seasoning according to preference)

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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

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A hearty, one-pot orzo skillet with browned chicken sausage, tender broccoli, and Parmesan, perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb chicken sausage, sliced Use your favorite flavor of chicken sausage
2 cups broccoli florets Fresh or frozen broccoli can be used
1 cup orzo pasta This dish can also work with other small pasta shapes
3 cups chicken broth Low-sodium broth is recommended
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Freshly grated will give the best flavor
1/2 cup heavy cream Optional for extra creaminess
1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing the sausage
to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning according to preference

Method

Preparation

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the broccoli and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Add the orzo and chicken broth, then bring to a boil.

Cooking

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and optional heavy cream.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.