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Chicken Sausage Orzo: Discover Creamy Goodness Today!

A creamy and delicious Chicken Sausage Orzo recipe that combines savory chicken sausage with tender orzo pasta and fresh spinach, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken sausage sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the orzo pasta to the skillet and stir to coat in the oil. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, chopped spinach, Italian seasoning, and the cooked chicken sausage. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini, for extra flavor and nutrition.

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