Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo: A Cozy, Indulgent Recipe for All
A delicious and comforting meal featuring creamy orzo, chicken sausage, and fresh herbs.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach; cook until warmed through.
- Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute other types of sausage for different flavors.
- Feel free to add more vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo, orzo recipe, comfort food, pasta dish