Description
A cozy, creamy dish featuring orzo pasta and chicken sausage, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 chicken sausages, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add orzo pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in steamed broccoli and parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
For a creamier consistency, add a splash of cream or cream cheese when mixing in the parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: orzo, chicken sausage, one pan meal, quick dinner, creamy pasta