Description
Indulge in the comfort of a Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo Skillet, a scrumptious one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. This dish combines tender chicken sausage with vibrant broccoli and creamy orzo pasta, creating a delightful medley of flavors that everyone will love. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe minimizes cleanup while ensuring a nutritious dinner option packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables. Whether served as a main course or alongside your favorite side dish, this skillet meal is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- Olive oil
- 8 ounces Chicken sausage
- 2–3 cups Broccoli, chopped
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 1 cup Orzo pasta
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Flip the sausage slices and cook for another minute. Add chopped broccoli, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until the broccoli is bright green.
- Stir in minced garlic and orzo; heat for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until orzo is soft.
- Stir in shredded parmesan cheese until well combined. Serve hot with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg