Silky Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet

This Silky Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet is the reliable weeknight meal loaded with flavorful chicken sausage, tender orzo, tons of garlic and leafy spinach easily made in just 20 minutes all in one pan!

You all are going to keep this cozy, comforting silky chicken sausage orzo skillet! An straightforward one pot dinner made in just 20 minutes with pantry ingredients reliable for busy weeknights when you need something quick. Not only is this hearty dish packed with lean protein, but you also get a boost of potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C from the spinach. This has quickly become a mea

Absolutely! Mild or spicy Italian pork sausage works just as well. Just keep in mind the nutritional information will be different, and you may want to drain any excess grease before continuing with the recipe.

What goes in

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 12 ounces spicy Italian chicken sausage, sliced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup orzo, dry
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk, or heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves

How it comes together

1. Drizzle olive oil in a large skillet over a lively burner and cook the chicken sausage until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes. Add in minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until the aroma shows, being careful not to burn it.
2. Add in the dry orzo and toast in the pan along with the chicken sausage and garlic for about 60 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan then add in the coconut milk, soy sauce, seasonings and fresh thyme, mixing well.
3. Bring the orzo mixture to a boil then turn the heat down, cover and let the orzo simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, making sure to stir occasionally so that the orzo doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. Orzo is ready once it is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Stir in the spinach leaves and cook until they are wilted then mix in the freshly grated parmesan cheese. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed, and enjoy this silky orzo skillet!