Description
One-Pot Chicken Sausage Orzo With Broccoli is a quick and flavorful dish that brings comfort to your dining table. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this one-pot meal combines savory chicken sausage with tender orzo and vibrant broccoli, creating a delightful balance of taste and nutrition. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy recipe that packs protein and fiber into every bite, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. The harmonious blend of garlic, lemon, and spices elevates this dish further, making it a favorite among both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cooked chicken sausage links
- 2 heads of broccoli
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup dried orzo
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Add chicken sausage and chopped broccoli stems; cook for 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add orzo, stirring for about a minute to lightly toast.
- Pour in chicken broth, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add broccoli florets; stir briefly.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 8-12 minutes until orzo is cooked through.
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, top with Parmesan and red pepper flakes to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg