Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo: A Quick and Tasty Dinner Delight
A delicious and easy meal combining chicken sausage, broccoli, and orzo for a quick and nutritious dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 links chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute.
- Add the broccoli and a splash of water. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of cream or chicken broth.
- You can substitute quinoa for orzo for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg