Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Simple, Delicious Recipe
Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a hearty and healthy dish that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken sausage
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Add broccoli and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of cream before serving.
- Feel free to substitute any vegetables you have on hand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo, Recipe, Delicious