Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Deliciously Easy Dinner
A comforting and quick dinner option featuring chicken sausage, broccoli, and orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Stir in the broccoli and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Add the orzo and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using flavored chicken sausage.
- This dish can be made vegetarian by substituting sausage with a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo, Easy Dinner, Quick Recipe