Description
A hearty one-pot Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo recipe featuring tender orzo, chicken sausage, broccoli, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs for an easy 30-minute family dinner.
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 to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Brown sliced chicken sausage for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream before serving.
- Substitute turkey sausage or plant-based sausage if desired.
- Add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70