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Spicy Beef Sausage Orzo

A comforting and flavorful dish combining tender orzo pasta and spicy beef sausage, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 8 oz spicy beef sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • tbsp Olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients. Dice the bell pepper and onion, and mince the garlic.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced spicy beef sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Toss in the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the orzo, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat and cover, allowing to simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is al dente.
Serving
  1. Once cooked, remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and stir gently to combine before serving.

Notes

For ingredient substitutions, feel free to swap spicy beef sausage for chicken or turkey sausage, or make it vegetarian with plant-based sausage and extra veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.