why make this recipe
This dish cooks in one pan. It is quick, creamy, and filling. You get protein, pasta, and green veg in one simple meal. It uses few ingredients and needs little cleanup.
introduction
This One-Pan Creamy Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli is an easy weeknight meal. The orzo cooks in broth and becomes creamy with parmesan. The sausage adds flavor and the broccoli adds color and nutrition. You can make it in about 20 minutes.
how to make One-Pan Creamy Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente.
- Stir in the broccoli and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Ingredients :
1 cup orzo pasta, 2 chicken sausages, sliced, 2 cups broccoli florets, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 cups chicken broth, Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat., 2. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned., 3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute., 4. Add the orzo and chicken broth, bring to a boil., 5. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente., 6. Stir in the broccoli and cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender., 7. Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan cheese., 8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
how to serve One-Pan Creamy Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
Serve it hot from the pan. Sprinkle extra parmesan if you like. Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness. A simple green salad or crusty bread goes well on the side.
how to store One-Pan Creamy Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
Cool to room temperature. Put in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
tips to make One-Pan Creamy Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
- Use pre-cooked chicken sausage to save time.
- Stir the orzo often so it cooks evenly and does not stick.
- If the mixture gets too thick, add a little hot water or broth.
- Cut broccoli small so it cooks fast and stays tender.
variation (if any)
- Swap broccoli for spinach or peas for a different veg.
- Use Italian sausage instead of chicken sausage for more spice.
- Stir in cream or cream cheese for a richer sauce.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen broccoli?
A: Yes. Add it a bit earlier and cook until heated through.
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes. Use vegetarian sausage or skip sausage and add mushrooms or extra beans.
Q: Is orzo the same as rice?
A: No. Orzo is a small pasta shaped like rice. It cooks like pasta.
Q: Can I freeze this dish?
A: Freezing can change the texture of cream and cheese. It is okay, but best kept in the fridge and eaten within a few days.
Conclusion
For more ideas and similar recipes, try these pages: Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, and Orzo Skillet – Lolo Home Kitchen, Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet – Eat Yourself Skinny, and Broccolini, Chicken Sausage, and Orzo Skillet | The Kitchn.