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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo – Quick, Easy, and Packed with Flavor

A delicious and quick one-pot meal featuring chicken sausage, tender orzo, and vibrant broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz chicken sausage sliced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Cooking the Sausage and Broccoli
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for another 2 minutes.
Cooking the Orzo
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the orzo pasta and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Finishing Touches
  1. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

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