Description
Chicken Sausage Broccoli and Orzo Skillet is a quick and nutritious one-pan dinner that brings together savory chicken sausage, vibrant broccoli, and tender orzo pasta in under 30 minutes. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a wholesome meal without the hassle. The rich flavors from garlic and Parmesan cheese add depth, while the simplicity of preparation makes it ideal for families and casual entertaining. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply satisfy your hunger, this skillet meal will become a favorite go-to recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced chicken sausage; cook until browned (about 4–5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add uncooked orzo pasta; toast lightly for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for about 8 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets; cover again and cook for another 4–5 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg