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Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo

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A creamy and comforting one-pan meal that combines chicken sausage and orzo pasta, infused with fragrant spices and greens.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
  • ½ cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup spinach or kale
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra grated cheese and lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the chopped onions and garlic, stirring frequently for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Brown the chicken sausage, allowing them to cook for about 5-6 minutes until browned.
  4. Incorporate the orzo pasta, stirring to toast it for a minute or two.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine and bringing it to a gentle simmer.
  6. Season with thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper, letting it simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, reducing heat and allowing it to thicken for a couple of minutes.
  8. Add the spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, followed by the shredded cheese, stirring until melted.
  9. Finish with fresh parsley and lemon zest before serving.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This meal reheats beautifully, so leftovers can be enjoyed later. Add a splash of broth if it thickens too much when reheating.

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Keywords: creamy orzo, chicken sausage, one-pan meal, comfort food, quick dinner

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