Description
Italian Sausage Orzo is a comforting one-pot dish that combines savory Italian sausage, tender orzo pasta, and fresh spinach for a satisfying meal. Each bite is enhanced by the creamy richness of Parmesan cheese and the aromatic punch of garlic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach (packed)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and fresh spinach; cook until the spinach wilts (about 1 minute).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add uncooked orzo pasta and cook according to package directions (about 8-10 minutes) until tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm in bowls, topped with additional Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg