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Creamy chicken sausage and broccoli orzo with Parmesan and fresh parsley in a ceramic bowl

Chicken Sausage Orzo with Broccoli and Creamy Parmesan

Chicken Sausage Orzo with Broccoli and Creamy Parmesan is a quick, comforting one-pot meal with tender orzo, savory sausage, and a rich creamy texture. It is a flavorful choice for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the sliced chicken sausage until lightly browned.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until it becomes fragrant.
  3. Stir in the broccoli florets and cook until they are bright green and slightly softened.
  4. Add the orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Cook the orzo, stirring often, until the pasta is tender and the broth has thickened to a creamy consistency.
  6. Take the pot off the heat and mix in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  7. Finish with chopped fresh parsley and serve the chicken sausage and broccoli orzo.

Notes

Stir the orzo regularly during cooking because it releases starch and may stick to the bottom of the pot.