Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo – One-Pan Comfort in Minutes!
Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo – A one-pan comfort meal with tender sausage, creamy sauce, Parmesan cheese, and optional spinach. Quick, flavorful, and minimal cleanup!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, One-Pan
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté diced onion 2–3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add orzo to the skillet and toast 1–2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until orzo is tender and liquid mostly absorbed (8–10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cooked sausage. Add spinach if using until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Swap chicken sausage for turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- One-pan magic: minimal cleanup!