Creamy One-Pot Chicken Sausage & Broccoli Orzo
A hearty and comforting one-pot meal featuring creamy orzo, chicken sausage, and broccoli—an easy weeknight dinner that pleases everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, and milk to the pot, bringing everything to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Uncover and add the broccoli florets and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and the broccoli is tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine all the flavors.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Great served with a crisp side salad or warm crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg