Description
Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. This one-pot dish brings together savory spicy Italian chicken sausage, creamy coconut milk, and tender orzo pasta, all cooked to perfection with a medley of aromatic seasonings. With fresh spinach stirred in just before serving, it becomes a hearty meal that is both filling and nutritious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for families and gatherings alike. Cleanup is a breeze, allowing you to savor every comforting bite without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz spicy Italian chicken sausage, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo, dry
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh or dried thyme
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and brown for 6-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add dry orzo and toast for about 60 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, deglaze the pan, then mix in coconut milk, soy sauce, onion powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, and thyme.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in baby spinach until wilted and mix in freshly grated parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg