Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet
Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet is your go-to solution for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. This one-pan dish combines tender chicken sausage, creamy orzo, and fresh spinach, all cooked to perfection in just 20 minutes. With its rich flavors and comforting texture, it’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Minimal cleanup means you can spend more time enjoying your meal rather than washing dishes. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz spicy Italian chicken sausage (sliced)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup orzo (dry)
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh or dried thyme
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sliced chicken sausage until browned, about 6–7 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in dry orzo and toast for 60 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and seasonings. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover to simmer for 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted and mix in parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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