Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Quick and Easy Dinner Delight
Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a delightful and easy-to-make dish perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 links chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic, broccoli florets, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook until broccoli is tender.
- Stir in the cooked orzo and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken sausage with turkey or vegetarian sausage.
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of chicken broth or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chicken, Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo, Dinner, Easy Recipe