Delish Italian Sausage Orzo
A hearty and flavorful Italian sausage orzo pasta, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes canned, drained
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast lightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Add oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes until the orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm with extra Parmesan on the side if desired.
Notes
This recipe pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of Italian red wine.