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One-Pot Creamy Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo Skillet

Close-up of a creamy bowl of chicken sausage and broccoli orzo, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Make this creamy chicken sausage and broccoli orzo when you need a fast, family-friendly dinner. This one-pan meal is ready in 30 minutes and uses simple ingredients for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound pre-cooked chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 head of fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt, if needed

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the uncooked orzo pasta to the skillet and toast it for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Stir in the broccoli florets. Cover and continue to cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
  7. Return the cooked chicken sausage to the skillet. Stir everything together and heat through. Taste and add salt if necessary.
  8. Serve this easy weeknight orzo immediately.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, use slightly less broth or let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes at the end.
  • This recipe works well with vegetable broth if you want to skip the chicken base.

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