Sausage and Broccoli Orzo Delight: A Quick and Healthy Weeknight Dinner
Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a quick, healthy dish with savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 12 oz chicken sausage (or turkey sausage for a lighter option)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (can replace with asparagus or green beans)
- 1 cup orzo pasta (or any small pasta shape)
- 3 cloves garlic (or garlic powder as alternative)
- 1 medium onion (or shallots for a milder taste)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
- To taste: salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add sliced chicken sausage, cook 4–5 minutes until browned and crispy on edges. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add broccoli florets, sauté 3–4 minutes until vibrant green and slightly tender.
- Stir in orzo and pour in chicken broth, simmer 1–2 minutes.
- Cover skillet, reduce heat to low, cook 10–12 minutes until liquid is absorbed and pasta is tender.
- Return sausage to skillet, stir to combine, cook 2 more minutes to heat through.
- Sprinkle Parmesan over top, stir until melted, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.