– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup spinach, fresh or frozen
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creating this delectable Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo can be broken down into straightforward steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Sausage: Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Cook the Orzo: Add the orzo pasta to the pot and stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente.
5. Make it Creamy: Stir in the heavy cream and return the previously cooked sausage to the pot. Mix well.
6. Add the Spinach: Once the mixture is heated through, add the spinach and cook until wilted.
7. Chese It Up: Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve Warm: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
Following these steps will allow you to prepare an incredibly comforting and satisfying Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo without the stress of complicated cooking techniques.