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One Pan Chicken Sausage and Orzo

This one pan chicken sausage and orzo meal cooks up in under 30 minutes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's flavorful, comforting and so easy to make!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 657 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 oz package mild Italian chicken sausage 4 sausages, cut into 1” chunks (I used the Whole Foods brand)
  • 2 cups dry orzo
  • 4 cups chicken broth or chicken bone broth for more protein
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ cup canned full fat coconut milk or heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan
  • 5 oz baby spinach
  • crushed red pepper for serving (optional)
  • fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot add onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Add chicken sausage into the pan and saute for another 5-6 minutes or until golden.
  3. Add orzo to the pan and toss for 1 minute to toast and then add the chicken broth, coconut milk, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Bring the orzo to a boil and then cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is cooked.
  4. Add spinach and parmesan. Mix well until spinach is wilted and parmesan has melted. Serve with extra parmesan cheese, fresh basil and crushed red pepper, if desired.

Notes

  • Storing: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 
  • Reheating: To reheat, simply pop your leftovers in a skillet over medium heat, adding a little splash of broth or water to loosen it up. You can also microwave it in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until warmed through. If you want to freshen up the dish, add a handful of fresh spinach and a sprinkle of parmesan before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 657kcal (33%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 34g (68%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 1512mg (63%) Potassium 377mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 657

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 657kcal 33%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 34g 68%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 1512mg 63%
Potassium 377mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.