Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet (One Pan Dinner)
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 oz chicken sausage sliced (use spicy or garlic herb for more flavor!)
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream or half & half for a lighter version
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 –1½ medium fresh tomatoes diced or ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes optional (for a little heat)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Sausage In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics In the same skillet, add diced onion and tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.