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Chicken sausage and broccoli orzo dish served on a plate

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

A delightful one-skillet meal combining chicken sausage, vibrant broccoli, and hearty orzo pasta, perfect for family dinners or cozy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced High-quality sausage recommended
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Fresh broccoli for best flavor
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese For garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, cook the chicken sausage slices until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.
  3. Add the broccoli florets and cook until slightly tender.
  4. Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is cooked through.
  6. Add the cooked chicken sausage back to the skillet and mix well.
  7. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the dish and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Feel free to customize the dish by swapping broccoli for asparagus or spinach. Drizzle with olive oil or fresh lemon juice before serving for added zest.