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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

Savory Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo in One Pot

This Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a quick, one-pot meal packed with flavor and nutrition, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Can substitute with quinoa or gluten-free orzo
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil for a twist
  • 12 ounces Chicken Sausage Can substitute with turkey or plant-based sausage
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh recommended
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Can include other veggies like bell peppers or zucchini
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version
For Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can create your own mix
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish, can use other fresh herbs

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Heat the Oil: Place a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Sausage: Add sliced chicken sausage and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Cook the Broccoli: Add broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Stir in the Orzo: Add dry orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  6. Simmer the Dish: Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add the Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese after removing from heat.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, brown the sausage well and add veggies according to your preference. Stir occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking.

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