One-Pot Chicken and Sausage Orzo Meal
Ingredients
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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12 ounces spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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3 cups chicken broth, plus more as needed
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½ cup tomato sauce
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1 ½ cups uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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½ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
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¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
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2 tablespoons sliced fresh chives
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4 tablespoons ricotta cheese for garnish
Instructions
Heat a pot over medium-high heat and add oil. Brown the crumbled sausage, stirring occasionally and breaking up the pieces as it cooks, for about 5 minutes. Add the chicken pieces, cooking and stirring until the chicken starts to turn opaque, about 1 minute. Season with salt.
Add the chicken broth and tomato sauce, then increase the heat to high to bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the orzo and a pinch of salt. Lower the heat to medium and cook until the pasta is nearly tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 10 to 12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove from heat, then mix in the grated cheese, parsley, and chives. Serve with a spoonful of ricotta cheese on top.
Recipe Tips
The size of orzo grains may vary, so check for doneness a bit early and stop when the pasta is 95% cooked. It will continue to soften as it sits in the pot.
You can swap in two boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of using thighs.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 713 | Calories |
| 30g | Fat |
| 61g | Carbs |
| 48g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 713 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 30g | 39% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 52% |
| Cholesterol 131mg | 44% |
| Sodium 2709mg | 118% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 48g | 95% |
| Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium 199mg | 15% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 581mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5