Creamy One-Pot Chicken Sausage & Broccoli Orzo
A comforting one-pot meal featuring chicken sausage, broccoli, and orzo in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken sausage slices and cook until nicely browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the orzo: Next, add the orzo to the pot, followed by the chicken broth and milk. Bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Simmering away: Cover the pot and let it cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Introduce the broccoli and cheese: Uncover the pot and add the fresh broccoli florets and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the broccoli becomes tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Season and serve: Finally, season with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra creaminess, increase the milk or substitute half-and-half. This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg