Description
This Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines tender orzo pasta with savory chicken sausage and nutritious broccoli, all simmered in a delicious chicken broth. Finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this recipe is a perfect balance of protein and veggies in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 2 cups orzo pasta
Proteins
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cheese and Garnish
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Boil a pot of salted water and cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sear Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in broccoli florets and minced garlic, cooking until broccoli is tender.
- Combine: Pour in chicken broth and Italian seasoning. Add cooked orzo to the skillet and mix well.
- Finish: Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapenos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg