Description
A creamy one-pot orzo dish with Italian sausage and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Italian sausage
- Orzo pasta
- Chicken broth
- Fresh spinach (3 cups)
- Onions
- Red pepper flakes
- Additional seasonings to taste
Instructions
- Cook Italian sausage until browned
- Sauté onions until translucent
- Add orzo and toast lightly
- Pour in chicken broth and cook until orzo is tender
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted
- Season to taste and serve
Notes
- Vegetarian option: Omit sausage, use vegetable broth, and add white beans or chickpeas
- Make ahead: Slightly undercook orzo and add extra broth when reheating
- Orzo substitutes: Small shells, stelline, acini di pepe, or risotto rice
- Can use 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and drained) instead of 3 cups fresh
- For extra heat: Add more red pepper flakes, diced jalapeño, smoked paprika, or hot sauce
- Meal prep friendly: Stores well for up to 3 days in the refrigerator
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Keywords: orzo recipe, one pot meal, Italian sausage orzo, spinach orzo, creamy orzo, easy dinner
