Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage links, sliced
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs such as parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, slice the chicken sausage, chop onions, and mince garlic to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the orzo to the skillet and stir well to toast the pasta lightly. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is tender, approximately 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cooked sausage. Let everything simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce and incorporate flavors nicely.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil, and serve hot. For an extra layer of flavor, check out our high-protein honey garlic butter chicken.
Notes
- Use good quality sausage for rich flavor.
- Adjust the cream for a lighter or richer sauce according to your preference.
- Adding some vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes can boost freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free, Easily Gluten-Free (with substitution)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg