Creamy Orzo and Sausage Skillet
This creamy orzo and sausage skillet is a quick, one-pan meal featuring tender pasta, smoky sausage, and fresh spinach in a rich Parmesan cream sauce—perfect for busy nights.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife & Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz smoked sausage or kielbasa sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2.25 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, cook the chopped onion until soft, about 2–3 minutes. Stir in orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Step 3: Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, spinach, and the cooked sausage. Cook until creamy and spinach is wilted.
- Step 5: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Swap in kale for spinach or add sun-dried tomatoes for an extra punch of flavor. This recipe also works great with turkey sausage for a lighter version.
Nutrition
Calories: 530kcal