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Keto Best Orzo Dinner Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Orzo pasta
  • Smoked sausage beef, chicken, or turkey
  • Olive oil
  • Garlic cloves
  • Onion
  • Broccoli florets
  • Chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • Heavy cream or half-and-half for a lighter version
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Paprika
  • Italian seasoning
  • Red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Medium saucepan (if cooking orzo separately)
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander

Method
 

Prepare the ingredients
  1. Slice the smoked sausage into thick rounds. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and cut broccoli into small florets.
Cook the sausage
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened and lightly golden. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add broccoli
  1. Stir in broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
Add orzo
  1. Add dry orzo to the skillet and stir to coat it with oil and aromatics. Toasting briefly enhances flavor.
Add broth
  1. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally and cook until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
Make it creamy
  1. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Add parmesan cheese gradually, stirring until smooth and creamy.
Season
  1. Add salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Combine sausage
  1. Return sausage to the skillet and stir until heated through.
Rest and garnish
  1. Remove from heat and let sit for 2–3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories

(Approximate per serving)
  • Calories: 480–540 kcal
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 26g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Calcium: 20% Daily Value
Values vary based on sausage and cream used.