Description
Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo is a delightful one-pot dish that combines tender chicken sausage, fluffy orzo pasta, and vibrant broccoli in a zesty sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. With its colorful presentation and comforting aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add fresh broccoli florets, cooking until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add orzo pasta, stirring occasionally until cooked al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Once orzo is cooked, fold in lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese until creamy. Serve hot with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg