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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

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A hearty and comforting one-pot dish featuring chicken sausage, tender broccoli, and orzo, all cooked in a flavored broth for a quick and satisfying family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups orzo pasta regular or whole-wheat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced mild or spicy
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or thawed from frozen
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced chicken sausage in a single layer. Cook 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and slightly crisp.
  3. Push the sausage to the side and add the minced garlic. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant — don’t let it brown.
  4. Stir in 2 cups broccoli florets and cook 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften and stay bright green.
  5. Add 2 cups orzo, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring once or twice so the orzo cooks evenly and doesn’t stick.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan until melted and fully combined. For a creamier finish, stir in a splash of heavy cream now.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

You can swap turkey or vegetarian sausage for chicken. For a dairy-free option, skip the Parmesan and use nutritional yeast. This dish can be easily adapted to include different vegetables or spices.
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