Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Delicious, Easy Meal
A delightful blend of chicken sausage and broccoli in a creamy orzo dish that is both easy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken sausage
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add garlic powder and onion powder to the sausage.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente.
- Add broccoli and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- This dish can be made in advance and reheated for a quick meal.
- Feel free to substitute the chicken sausage with turkey sausage for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg