Ingredients
Chicken sausage
Orzo pasta
Garlic
Onion
Spinach
Heavy cream
Chicken broth
Parmesan cheese
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Paprika
Crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
Sauté sliced chicken sausage in olive oil until browned.
Add onion and garlic, cook until translucent.
Stir in orzo, toast for a minute, then pour in broth.
Simmer until orzo is al dente.
Add cream, spinach, cheese, and spices. Stir until creamy.
Serve warm, topped with extra cheese and herbs.
Notes
Add lemon zest for brightness
Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option
Avoid overcooking orzo to prevent mushiness
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American / Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 55g