One Pan Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet (Original video)

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 chicken sausages
• 1 scoop garlic
• 8 ounces dry orzo pasta
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup half and half
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 cups spinach
• 1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add 4 chicken sausages and cook for 7-8 minutes.
3. Add a scoop of garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Add 8 ounces of dry orzo pasta and cook for 1 minute.
5. Deglaze with 2 cups of low sodium chicken broth and 1/4 cup of half and half.
6. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes (if desired).
7. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is cooked.
8. Add 2 cups of spinach and cook until wilted.
9. Stir in 1/2 cup of freshly shredded Parmesan cheese until combined.
10. Serve hot. This recipe makes 4 servings at 452 calories and 27 grams of protein.