Description
Indulge in this creamy chicken sausage orzo skillet, a comforting one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of savory chicken sausage, tender shredded chicken, and vibrant fresh spinach creates a delightful dish enveloped in a rich sauce. This easy-to-prepare recipe requires minimal cleanup, making it ideal for families and anyone looking for a delicious dinner option. With its creamy texture and flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces pre-cooked chicken sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 4 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and slightly crispy. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked orzo pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, fresh spinach, and the browned chicken sausage. Continue to cook, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted and the dish is heated through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme sprigs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg