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One-Pot Creamy Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

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Make this creamy, comforting chicken sausage and broccoli orzo in one pot. This recipe delivers a flavorful, nutritious weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound pre-cooked chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the orzo pasta, coating it in the oil. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking.
  6. Stir in the broccoli florets. Cover the skillet again and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Return the cooked chicken sausage to the skillet. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Let it stand, covered, for 2 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before you serve your easy dinner.

Notes

  • Use smoked chicken sausage for a deeper flavor profile in this one-pan sausage and veggies dish.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add an extra splash of milk or broth at the end.
  • This recipe is a great option for healthy one-pan dinners when you need fast weeknight cooking.

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