Description

Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo is a flavorful and comforting one-pot recipe perfect for easy weeknight dinners. Featuring tender chicken sausage, a luscious creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta, this dish combines simplicity with rich taste. It’s versatile, quick to prepare, and offers a satisfying meal that the entire family will enjoy.

Ingredients

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Proteins and Dairy

12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta

1 cup orzo pasta

Liquids

2 cups chicken broth

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasoning and Oils

2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients. Begin by slicing the chicken sausage and finely chopping the onion and garlic to have everything ready for cooking.
Sauté Aromatics and Sausage. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
Cook Orzo. Add the orzo pasta to the pan and stir well to coat it in the oil and sausage flavors. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the broth is mostly absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
Add Cream and Cheese. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy, coating the orzo and sausage evenly.
Serve. Remove from heat and serve the creamy chicken sausage orzo hot. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs or additional Parmesan cheese. Pair with a fresh green salad or crusty garlic bread for a complete meal.

Notes

For extra vegetables, add spinach or bell peppers during the sauté step.
Swap chicken sausage with turkey or plant-based sausage alternatives for dietary preferences.
Use low-fat cream or milk for a lighter version of the sauce.
This is a one-pot recipe, so cleanup is minimal and easy.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American