One-Pan Cajun Orzo with Sausage

Servings: 4  |  Prep: 15 minutes

One-Pan Cajun Sausage & Orzo is an easy weeknight dinner with tons of comfort and flavor.

Adapted from Makinze Gore

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 12 oz. andouille sausage, sliced
• 8 oz. orzo
• 1 (14-oz.) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tsp. cajun seasoning
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 oz. cream cheese, cut into cubes
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. In a large deep skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and pepper and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Add sausage and cook until warmed through and golden, about 2 minutes. 
2. Add orzo and stir to toast for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, broth, and cajun seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked through and tender, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
3. Add cream cheese and stir until melted, then stir in green onions.

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