Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Easy Weeknight Delight
Enjoy this easy and delicious Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the broccoli and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the broccoli is tender.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For additional flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo, Recipe, Dinner