Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Quick and Healthy Delight
A delicious and nutritious dish featuring chicken sausage, broccoli, and orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces orzo
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add orzo and Italian seasoning. Reduce heat and let simmer until orzo is cooked.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping with grated Parmesan cheese.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo, Quick Meals, Healthy Recipes