Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo – Quick, Easy, and Packed with Flavor
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
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1 cup orzo pasta
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2 cups broccoli florets
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2 ½ cups chicken broth
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1 small onion, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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¼ cup Parmesan (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown sausage slices for 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
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Add orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes. Pour in broth and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
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Stir in broccoli during the last 3 minutes.
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Return sausage, add lemon juice, Parmesan if using, and mix well. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g