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Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo - Tasty

Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo

This recipe is for busy families and home cooks looking for a quick, hearty meal. It combines chicken sausage and orzo in a creamy sauce for a satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 358
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz spicy Italian chicken sausage sliced
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo dry
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk or heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Drizzle olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken sausage until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add the dry orzo and toast in the pan with the chicken sausage and garlic for about 60 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, seasonings, and fresh thyme, mixing well.
  4. Bring the orzo mixture to a boil, then turn the heat down, cover, and let the orzo simmer for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir occasionally so the orzo does not stick to the bottom of the pan. The orzo is ready when it is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  5. Stir in the spinach leaves and cook until they wilt. Mix in the freshly grated parmesan cheese. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 28.9gProtein: 27gFat: 16.2gSaturated Fat: 5.6gSodium: 1147mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.7g

Notes

This dish was a staple for my family on busy weeknights. It is easy to make gluten-free by checking your sausage and broth labels. Food can create moments of warmth and togetherness, even when life is busy.

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