Description
One-Pot Garlic Butter Sausage and Orzo is the ultimate comfort food that brings together savory sausage, tender orzo, and aromatic garlic in a quick, easy dish perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe requires minimal cleanup—just one pot! The delightful flavors will have everyone gathering around the table, making it a hit for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add sliced sausage and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add orzo pasta and chicken broth; stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg