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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

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 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method 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
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the broccoli and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  4. Add the orzo and chicken broth, then bring to a boil.
Cooking
  1. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and optional heavy cream.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This dish can be customized with different vegetables or spices based on your preference.