Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need to bring this delightful meal to life:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Feel free to substitute turkey sausage if that’s more to your liking, or even add in some red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. In my kitchen, flexibility is key, just like my grandmother taught me—sometimes the best dishes come from adapting what we have on hand.
Instructions
Follow these steps to bring the magic to your table:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant. This reminds me of how my grandmother would always tell me to cook with my nose as much as with my eyes.
- Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in the orzo, ensuring it gets a good coating of the oil and sausage drippings. This step is crucial for adding depth to the dish.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let cook for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste. The lemon zest is my little secret weapon, adding brightness to each bite.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International