Description
One-Pot Chicken Sausage Orzo With Broccoli is a delightful and nutritious dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This easy-to-make meal features tender orzo pasta, lean chicken sausage, and vibrant broccoli, all cooked together in one pot. Not only is it packed with flavors, but it’s also health-conscious, providing a fantastic balance of protein and fiber. In just 20 minutes, you can serve up a comforting dinner that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. Plus, with minimal cleanup required, it’s an effortless option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cooked chicken sausage links
- 2 heads of broccoli
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup dried orzo
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 lemon
- ¼ cup Parmesan
- 1 Tbsp. red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook chopped chicken sausage and broccoli stems for 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Add broccoli florets; stir briefly.
- Cover and simmer on low for 8-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; mix in lemon juice, top with Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg