One-Pan Italian Sausage and Orzo Pasta
Savor the delightful blend of savory Italian sausage and tender orzo pasta in this easy one-pan recipe, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced Italian sausage; cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add orzo pasta, diced tomatoes with juices, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed (10-12 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- Fold in fresh spinach and herbs; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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