Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo: A One-Pan Meal
This Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s bursting with flavor. Tender chicken sausage, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked orzo come together for a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a delicious and satisfying dinner option that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes, letting it toast slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Return the cooked sausage to the pan and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until creamy and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens and nutrition.
- Use gluten-free orzo if needed to make the recipe gluten-free.
