Ingredients
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Gathering the right ingredients is crucial for a delicious outcome. Here’s what you’ll need for this Spicy Sausage and Broccoli Orzo:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for heat preference)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
These ingredients come together to create a dish that’s not only hearty but also bursting with flavor. Feel free to mix and match based on what you have at home!
Instructions
- Boil salted water, cook orzo for 8-10 minutes, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add sausage, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add broccoli and garlic, cook until broccoli is bright green (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth, cooked orzo, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; simmer for 2-3 minutes, then mix in Parmesan until melted.
- Serve garnished with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice touch for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free orzo)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg