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Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo: A Quick, Flavorful Dinner Delight

Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo

A quick and flavorful dinner that combines chicken sausage with broccoli and orzo for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 pound chicken sausage
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken sausage and cook until browned.
  4. Add garlic and broccoli; sauté until broccoli is tender.
  5. Stir in cooked orzo, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based sausage.
  • This dish can be made ahead and reheated.

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Keywords: Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Orzo