Description
Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo is a comforting, flavorful dish that perfectly blends hearty ingredients with fresh vegetables. Tender orzo pasta, juicy chicken sausage, and vibrant broccoli come together in a warm bowl, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With its rich aroma and delightful taste, this recipe promises to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Boil salted water, add orzo, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add sliced chicken sausage. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic and broccoli: Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and bright green.
- Add broth: Pour in chicken broth; simmer gently while scraping the pan bottom.
- Combine: Stir in cooked orzo, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well for 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Serve hot: Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg