Irresistibly Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo: A Cozy Weeknight Delight
Indulge in this irresistibly creamy chicken sausage orzo dish, perfect for a cozy weeknight meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Add heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted and mixture is creamy.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Feel free to add more vegetables as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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