Description
This Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a delightful comfort meal, bursting with flavor and easy to prepare. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, combining savory chicken sausage, fresh broccoli, and fluffy orzo all in one pot, making it a satisfying option for dinner or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets for 2 minutes.
- Add orzo pasta and stir to combine for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- When orzo is tender, remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra parmesan.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the broccoli to maintain its color and crunch.
For added flavor, include a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
For quicker prep, consider using pre-cooked sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg