5 Ingredient Chicken Sausage and Orzo Skillet
This 5 Ingredient Chicken Sausage and Orzo Skillet is the perfect meal for busy weeknights. Made in one skillet, ready in less than 30 minutes, and great for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 1x
- Category: 5 Ingredients
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 Italian style chicken sausages, sliced into rounds
- 1 c dried orzo
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 c chicken broth, more as needed
- 3/4 c shaved parmesan
- a few handfuls of arugula, optional
- red pepper flakes, optional
You will also need:
- 3-4 T olive oil
- Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken sausages and cook for 2 minutes per side, until nice and golden.
- Add garlic, orzo, and red pepper flakes, toss around for 1-2 minutes, until orzo is slightly toasted and garlic is really fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until liquid has been absorbed and orzo is cooked. Add more broth as needed!
- Once orzo is cooked, stir in shaved parmesan and adjust s + p to taste.
- Toss with arugula just before serving. Enjoy!!
