1-First Step: Prep Ingredients Start by gathering and prepping your ingredients for this chicken sausage broccoli orzo. Slice the 8 ounces of chicken sausage into even pieces and chop 2 to 3 cups of broccoli. Mince 1 tablespoon of garlic and measure out 1 cup of orzo pasta. Having everything ready makes the process smooth and quick. Once prepped, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and ready. This sets the stage for browning the sausage. For a twist, try adding it to dishes like our banana oat chocolate chip cookies for a sweet contrast after your meal.

2-Second Step: Brown the Sausage Add the sliced chicken sausage to the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on one side. Flip it to brown the other side evenly. This step builds flavor, making the chicken sausage broccoli orzo extra tasty. Remove the sausage once it’s done and set it aside.

3-Third Step: Cook the Broccoli Next, add the chopped broccoli to the skillet and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Cook until the broccoli turns bright green and slightly soft, which adds freshness to the chicken sausage broccoli orzo. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

4-Fourth Step: Add Garlic and Orzo Mix in the 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1 cup of orzo pasta, sautéing for about a minute. This toasts the orzo and infuses it with garlic flavor, enhancing the overall dish. As mentioned in How to cook orzo, toasting helps it hold its texture.

5-Fifth Step: Simmer with Broth Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth, stir well, and bring to a boil. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the orzo is tender. This step combines all the elements of your chicken sausage broccoli orzo into a cohesive meal.

6-Sixth Step: Finish and Serve Remove the lid, stir in 1 cup of shredded parmesan cheese, and mix until melted. Serve warm with extra parmesan if desired. For more quick ideas, check out our strawberry shortcake trifles for a dessert option. The total time is about 30 minutes, with 5 minutes prep and 25 minutes cooking.