Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet

Name: Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons Olive or Avocado Oil; 4 Italian flavored chicken sausages, sliced into rounds; 2 teaspoons garlic paste; 4 ounces of orzo pasta; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided use; 1 teaspoon salt,; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper,; 1 teaspoon garlic powder,; 1 teaspoon onion powder,; 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional); 4 large basil leaves, shredded; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

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This creamy chicken sausage orzo skillet is a one pot-and-done comfort food dish. It can easily be doubled, and you can use any chicken sausage you like. It is delicious!

By

LaDonna Langwell

Published on February 6, 2025

overhead view of orzo and chicken sausage

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

2

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Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil
4 Italian-flavored chicken sausages, sliced into rounds
2 teaspoons garlic paste
4 ounces orzo pasta
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream, or as needed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
4 large basil leaves, shredded
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Heat a heavy bottom pot over medium-low heat and drizzle in oil. Fry chicken sausage rounds until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add orzo and cook and stir until lightly golden brown, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and 1/2 cup cream. Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili flakes.
Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer until orzo is very tender, about 10 minutes. Check occasionally; add additional cream as needed if orzo becomes too dry before it is tender.
Lower heat to low, then stir in basil and Parmesan until fully incorporated. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

959	Calories
69g	Fat
36g	Carbs
49g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 959
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 69g	88%
Saturated Fat 34g	168%
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 2951mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 36g	13%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 49g	98%
Vitamin C 4mg	4%
Calcium 252mg	19%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 761mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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