Sausage Orzo Skillet (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

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

# Instructions:

01 - Warm up some olive oil in a big pan over medium heat. Slice the Italian sausage and toss it in. Cook for around 5-7 minutes until it looks browned.
02 - Mix in the diced onion, chopped pepper, and garlic. Let them cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
03 - Pour in the orzo, the canned tomatoes with their liquid, and the chicken broth. Stir while bringing everything to a soft boil.
04 - Put the burner on low, cover your pan, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes. Check every so often and stir as the orzo soaks up the liquid.
05 - Stir in the spinach and the herbs last. Give it a couple of minutes to let the spinach wilt. Serve it warm.

# Notes:

01 - Feel free to pick either spicy or sweet Italian sausage, depending on what you like.
02 - This meal is great to reheat and enjoy the next day.
03 - Try swapping sausage for plant-based options and using veggie broth for a meat-free version.