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One Pan Chicken Sausage Orzo

A flavorful and hearty one-pan dish featuring chicken sausage, orzo pasta, and colorful vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chicken sausage, one pan, orzo, Quick Dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb chicken sausage sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh, roughly chopped

For the Orzo and Seasoning

  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth low sodium recommended
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat

For Garnish

  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Cook the Chicken Sausage

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. This step adds flavor and texture to the sausage.

Sauté the Vegetables

  • Add the diced onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Stirring helps to evenly cook the vegetables and release their flavors.

Add Orzo and Broth

  • Stir in the uncooked orzo, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Simmer

  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Finish with Spinach

  • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped spinach until wilted. This adds freshness and nutrients to the dish.

Serve

  • Serve the orzo mixture warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

For a creamier dish, you can stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg