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One-Pot Garlic Butter Sausage Orzo in a skillet.

One-Pot Garlic Butter Sausage and Orzo

A cozy one-pot meal featuring smoked sausage and tender orzo pasta in a creamy garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 635
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb smoked sausage sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
  5. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the orzo is al dente.
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese and the cooked sausage, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving hot.

Notes

You can substitute heavy cream with a dairy-free alternative or use other small pasta shapes in place of orzo.