One-Pan Sausage Pasta Skillet (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
02 - 1 cup orzo pasta
03 - 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
04 - 1 yellow onion, chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
07 - 2 cups fresh spinach
08 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 tsp dried basil
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - Olive oil

# Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced Italian sausage; cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
02 - Stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
03 - Add orzo pasta, diced tomatoes with juices, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed (10-12 minutes). Stir occasionally.
05 - Fold in fresh spinach and herbs; cook until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes). Serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - You can use any type of Italian sausage based on your spice preference.
02 - This dish reheats well for leftovers the next day.
03 - For a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.

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