Description
A comforting and flavorful one-pan Italian Sausage Orzo dish that is both satisfying and easy to make. This creamy pasta recipe features Italian sausage, orzo pasta, diced tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, all cooked together in a savory broth seasoned with Italian spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Sausage: Add Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Add Aromatics: Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Toast Orzo: Stir in orzo and toast briefly.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add tomatoes, broth, seasonings; simmer until orzo is cooked.
- Finish Dish: Stir in spinach and Parmesan until creamy; let rest and garnish before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, consider adding heavy cream or mascarpone at the end.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
