One-Pan Chicken Orzo
A hearty and comforting one-pan dish of chicken sausage, orzo pasta, and broccoli that's packed with protein and incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced into rounds Choose a herbed chicken sausage for extra flavor.
- 2-3 cups broccoli florets Don't overcook; you want a little resistance.
- 1.5-2 cups orzo pasta Toast briefly for extra nuttiness.
- 1/2-3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Freshly grated is worth it.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Watch it so it doesn't burn.
- 3-4 cups chicken broth or water Low-sodium recommended for better control.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For browning and flavor.
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For brightness at the end.
- 1 whole lemon, juiced Acidity wakes up the whole dish.
- to taste red pepper flakes, optional For heat.
- to taste chopped sun-dried tomatoes, optional For sweetness and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep everything: slice the sausage, break broccoli into florets, grate Parmesan, mince garlic, and measure orzo and broth.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Add chicken sausage in a single layer and brown on both sides for about 3-4 minutes.
- Push sausage to the side, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scrape the bottom for flavor, and bring to a simmer.
- Tuck broccoli into the mixture, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, garnishing with parsley.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and scales well for leftovers. Adjust vegetables and proteins as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
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