Everyday Orzo with Sausage and Fresh Herbs

Rice-shaped pasta (orzo) made more flavorful by cooking in Swanson® Chicken Broth. This recipe has unlimited possibilities for adding flavors, which makes this the perfect side dish with any meal.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 524 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
• 3 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
• ½ pound hot Italian sausage links, casings removed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 2 minutes. Add orzo and stir until it begins to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add chives and oregano; stir. Pour in Swanson Chicken Broth.

Step 2

Bring to a low boil; reduce heat, cover, and let simmer over low heat until pasta is al dente, about 20 minutes.

Step 3

Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Top with parsley.