One-pan orzo and chicken sausage

Step by Step

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add the white onion and season with ½ teaspoon salt when the olive oil is fragrant. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the mushrooms, chicken sausage, garlic, and another ½ teaspoon of salt. Saute for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Next, add the orzo, paprika, pepper, tomato paste, and remaining salt to the skillet and toast the orzo for 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes covered, stirring periodically to be sure the orzo doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

When the orzo is cooked to al dente, remove it from heat, uncover it, and fluff it with a fork.

Step 6

Enjoy immediately.

Tips and Warnings

We tested this recipe with long-grain white rice. Follow the same instructions, but change the orzo and broth to the amounts below. You will also need to cook the rice for 20-25 minutes.
Feel free to mix up what vegetables are used.