Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo: A One-Pan Meal

Introduction

This Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo is your answer to a stress-free, flavor-packed dinner that requires minimal cleanup. Combining the charm of smoky chicken sausage, tender orzo pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce, this dish comes together in just one pan—making it a top pick for any busy night or family dinner.

Whether you’re craving something comforting, quick, or impressive for guests, this recipe embodies weeknight perfection. It’s creamy, satisfying, and loaded with savory notes, ensuring every bite is a crowd-pleaser.

Why This Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Stands Out

The allure of this meal is its seamless balance between richness and freshness: the orzo absorbs the sausage’s smoky essence while remaining perfectly al dente, and a splash of cream ties everything together into a luscious, cohesive whole. Add in a handful of fresh vegetables for color and texture, and you’ve got a meal that looks and tastes gourmet without the fuss.

The Best Tips for Prepping Your Ingredients

For a streamlined prep, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly and evenly dice onions, peppers, and any other veggies you’d like to add. This not only saves time but ensures everything cooks uniformly in the pan.

Opt for high-quality chicken sausage and pre-cooked orzo where possible, or use the Homaxy 100% Cotton Waffle Weave Kitchen Dish Cloths to keep your station tidy as you go.

Making Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo in One Pan

Start by browning your sliced sausage and fragrant aromatics in a quality nonstick skillet, such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, to guarantee easy sautéing and cleanup. As you slowly add your orzo and broth, the pasta cooks directly in the sauce, soaking up every bit of flavor. Introduce cream, parmesan, and fresh greens toward the end for a decadent finish.

With everything cooked in a single skillet, you’ll have more time to enjoy your meal and less time at the sink.

Serving and Storing Tips for Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo

Serve your creamy orzo hot, garnished with extra parmesan and a sprinkle of black pepper for a final touch of elegance. For leftovers, a Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) is ideal—keeping your portions fresh and ready for next-day lunches.

Pair with a crisp salad and a cold beverage in a Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler to round out your meal, or simply serve on its own for a no-fuss dinner.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This hearty one-pan meal yields about 4 generous servings. Each portion delivers a balanced mix of protein, carbs, and fats, generally around 520–600 calories—depending on sausage type and cream percentage. It offers a nutrient boost with veggies and tastes just as good reheated the next day!

Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo: The Ultimate Weeknight Winner (Recap)

Combining quick prep, one-pan convenience, and rich, crave-worthy flavors, Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo will earn a regular spot in your recipe repertoire. Minimal mess, maximum comfort—a formula bound to win over even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium heat. Add chicken sausage and brown for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. To save chopping time and ensure uniform pieces, use your Mueller Pro-Series Vegetable Chopper. Sauté until vegetables soften, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the orzo and toast for 1 minute, stirring to coat in the sausage and vegetable mixture.
4. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has absorbed.
5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Once melted and creamy, fold in the baby spinach. Cook until wilted and everything is heated through, 2–3 minutes.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
7. For storage or meal prep, transfer leftovers to Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers and refrigerate up to 3 days.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes