Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: An Easy Weeknight Delight
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Enjoy a quick and flavorful meal with our Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo recipe, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 links chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add sliced chicken sausage. Cook until browned.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in broccoli florets and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked orzo with the chicken sausage and broccoli, mixing well.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding lemon juice or zest before serving.
- This meal can be easily made vegetarian by substituting the chicken sausage with a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg