Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet Recipe
This Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet is a flavorful one-pan meal that combines spicy Italian chicken sausage, orzo pasta, and a creamy coconut milk sauce. Packed with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan, this dish is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- 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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For the Skillet:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz spicy Italian chicken sausage, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 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 fresh or dried thyme
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken sausage until browned. Add minced garlic and sauté.
- Toast Orzo: Add dry orzo to the pan, toast briefly. Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, seasonings, and thyme.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Add Spinach: Stir in spinach until wilted. Mix in Parmesan cheese. Season and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream for coconut milk for a richer sauce.
- Feel free to add in extra veggies like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Easy Dinner Recipe
