Tomato Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
399 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Tomato Orzo with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli
Description
This recipe starts by sautéing sliced chicken sausage with olive oil and onions until browned and softened. Garlic and uncooked orzo are briefly cooked before adding Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and tomato sauce. Once the liquid simmers, broccoli florets and chopped red bell pepper are added and cooked uncovered for about 10 minutes, allowing the orzo to absorb the flavorful liquid and become tender.
The Italian seasoning and tomato sauce create a fragrant, savory base balanced by the mild flavors of sausage and fresh vegetables. The broccoli adds color and a fresh crunch while the orzo provides a smooth, small pasta texture. The dish is seasoned with salt and pepper and finished optionally with grated Parmesan cheese for creaminess and a sharp edge.
If the dish seems too liquidy, covering the pot off heat allows the orzo to absorb remaining moisture. Adjusting broth or sauce liquid can tailor texture preferences. This versatile one-pot meal serves 4-6 people and combines protein, vegetables, and pasta in an easy, comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces chicken sausage cut into rounds
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning or more, to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14 fluid ounce) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups broccoli cut into small florets
- 1/2 red bell pepper chopped
- Parmesan Cheese optional, to taste, freshly grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients. You can either slice the chicken sausage into rounds or take it out of the casings (just be careful as some chicken sausages totally disintegrate if you take it out of the casings).
- Add the oil and chicken sausage to a soup pot. Sauté for 5 minutes over medium-high heat.
- Add in the onion and continue cooking for another 4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and orzo and cook for around 30 seconds.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, chicken broth and tomato sauce. Once it starts to bubble, add in the broccoli and bell pepper. Continue cooking for 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring fairly often (the orzo may stick to the bottom of the pot). You will likely need to turn the heat down a bit (to medium or even medium-low). It should gently bubble vs. furiously boil (you don't want the liquid to reduce too much before the pasta has cooked).
- Season with salt & pepper as needed and serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- This recipe serves 4-6 people depending on portion sizes.
- Cover the pot and let stand if the orzo is too liquidy; it will absorb more liquid while resting.
- Ingredient substitutions like rice may require different liquid ratios and cooking times.
- Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary with ingredient brands and preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 1839mg | 77% |
| Potassium | 710mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1479IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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