Description
This easy chicken sausage broccoli orzo recipe makes a quick, creamy one-pot dinner ready in 30 minutes. It is perfect for busy weeknights and serves as a balanced, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-size pieces
- 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets and cook 2 to 3 minutes until bright green and slightly softened.
- Pour in orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe uses low-sodium broth; adjust salt if using regular broth.
- Stirring occasionally during simmering prevents the orzo from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot Simmering
- Cuisine: American