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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo – Easy, Healthy Comfort Food

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo – Quick, Healthy & Flavorful

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo is a quick and healthy dish that delivers on flavor and comfort. Perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the broccoli and garlic, cooking until the broccoli is tender.
  5. Add the cooked orzo, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace chicken sausage with plant-based sausage.

Nutrition

Keywords: Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, Orzo, Healthy Recipe, Comfort Food