Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of One Pot Creamy Buffalo Sausage and Orzo, a quick yet flavor-packed meal that promises satisfaction for the whole family. This dish features savory sausage and tender orzo pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce with a zesty kick from buffalo sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings where you want to impress without the fuss of extensive cleanup. Enjoy the symphony of flavors as you savor each bite, making this recipe a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken or turkey sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and brown for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; then simmer until orzo is al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and buffalo sauce; simmer until combined and creamy.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until melted.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg