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Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet

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A quick and comforting one-pan meal featuring creamy sauce, savory chicken sausage, and tender orzo pasta, ready in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup orzo pasta (about 175g)
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth (600ml), low sodium
  • ¾ cup heavy cream (180ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (50g)
  • A small handful fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice 12 ounces (340g) of chicken sausage into rounds. Finely chop ½ a medium onion and mince 2 cloves of garlic. Grate ½ cup (50g) Parmesan cheese and chop a handful of fresh parsley. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in your skillet. Add the sausage slices and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until nicely browned but not overcooked. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent and soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in 1 cup (175g) of orzo pasta and 2 ½ cups (600ml) of chicken broth. Stir everything together, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low and cover with a lid.
  5. Let the orzo cook covered for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the liquid looks too dry before the orzo is fully cooked, add a splash more broth or water.
  6. Once the orzo is tender, add the browned sausage back to the pan along with ¾ cup (180ml) of heavy cream. Stir to combine and cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not skip browning the sausage to develop flavor. Stir the orzo occasionally during simmering to prevent sticking. Add broth or water if the pan dries out before orzo is tender. Stir in Parmesan off the heat to avoid clumping. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Use mild chicken sausage for best balance; add red pepper flakes separately if heat is desired.

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Keywords: chicken sausage, orzo, creamy sauce, one-pan meal, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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