1 lb chicken sausage, sliced
1 ½ cups orzo
2 cups broccoli florets
3 ½ cups chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ onion, diced
½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Brown sausage in olive oil. Remove and set aside.
Sauté garlic and onion in same skillet.
Toast orzo for 2 minutes, then add broth. Cover and cook 10 minutes.
Stir in broccoli and sausage. Cook 5 more minutes.
Finish with Parmesan, lemon, and seasoning. Serve warm.
For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of cream.
Use frozen broccoli if fresh isn’t available.