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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: Quick Comfort in a Bowl

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a quick and comforting one-pot meal perfect for weeknights, blending savory chicken sausage with nutritious orzo and broccoli.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Orzo Dish
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta gluten-free orzo available
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 12 ounces Chicken Sausage substitute with turkey or plant-based sausage
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat it over medium heat until shimmering, which takes about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add sliced chicken sausage to the pot, stirring occasionally as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Introduce broccoli florets into the pot, sautéing them for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring well to combine. Bring everything to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Once the orzo is cooked to perfection, remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s completely melted.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with additional vegetables or different types of sausage. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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