SAUSAGE & ORZO SKILLET

Orzo is the best way to elevate a weeknight dinner. It’s fast and easy – no boiling water to wait on! Add this simple meal to your busy week. You will not be disappointed!  ENJOY!

Yields 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 12-14 oz. Smoked Sausage (sliced into coins about 1/4 inch thick)
• 3/4 cup orzo pasta
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 small head of broccoli florets (cut into individual florets of your preference)
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
• Olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt & pepper
• Juice of 1/2 small lemon
• Dried or fresh parsley (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan.
2. Add orzo and toast lightly for about 2 minutes.
3. Sprinkle orzo with garlic powder, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Add chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Add broccoli. Cover and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add sausage. Cover and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
8. Squeeze 1/2 lemon and stir.
9. Sprinkle the top with a little parsley and extra cheese if you’d like. ENJOY!

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