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30-Minute Italian Sausage Orzo – A Flavorful One-Pot Wonder

Italian Sausage Orzo
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A hearty one-pot dish with Italian sausage and orzo pasta, packed with flavor and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
  3. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
  4. Stir in orzo and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then add oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use spicy Italian sausage for extra heat.
  • Substitute vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • Top with fresh parsley for garnish.

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