Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked sausage. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure orzo is fully cooked before adding cream to prevent overcooking.
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor; adjust cream quantity for desired richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
