Description
Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet is a comforting and satisfying one-pan meal that combines savory chicken sausage, tender orzo pasta, and a rich creamy sauce. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re entertaining friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this dish promises incredible flavor and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Spinach or peas (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in the dry orzo pasta and toast for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, dried thyme, and optional vegetables; cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg