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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Delicious Recipe!

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A quick and comforting one-skillet Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo made with tender orzo pasta, savory sausage, and fresh broccoli in a creamy Parmesan-infused sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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 and pepper to taste

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in orzo pasta and toast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, then add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally so orzo doesn’t stick.
  4. When the orzo is nearly tender, add broccoli florets and cooked sausage. Cover and simmer another 3–4 minutes until broccoli is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan until creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Stir in a splash of cream or half-and-half for extra richness.

Substitute broccoli with spinach, peas, or asparagus for variation.

Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels.

To reheat, add a splash of broth or water to restore creaminess.

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