Description
Experience the delightful harmony of flavors with this Chicken Sausage Broccoli and Orzo Skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder combines juicy chicken sausage, vibrant broccoli, and tender orzo pasta, all enveloped in rich garlic and Parmesan goodness. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, it’s a meal your family will love, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then add orzo and red pepper flakes. Stir occasionally until orzo absorbs most of the liquid (8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, stir in grated Parmesan until melted through.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg