Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo
When you need a comforting dinner that doesn’t leave you with a sink full of dishes, this Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo is the answer. Everything cooks together in one pot, allowing the orzo to soak up all the incredible flavours from the sausage, mushrooms, garlic, onions, and chicken broth. The result is a rich, creamy pasta dish that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did.
Italian sausage adds plenty of savoury flavour while the sun-dried tomatoes bring a subtle sweetness and richness that balances every bite. Fresh spinach wilts right into the orzo, adding colour and freshness without overpowering the dish. To finish, generous dollops of creamy ricotta melt into the hot pasta, creating an even richer texture that’s impossible to resist.
This is exactly the kind of recipe we reach for on busy weeknights. It’s hearty enough to satisfy the whole family, simple enough to make after work, and only requires one pot from start to finish. Cleanup is quick, the ingredients are easy to find, and the leftovers taste just as good the next day.
We made ours using Italian sausage from Dempsey Farms, and the quality really shines in a recipe like this where every ingredient has a chance to stand out. Whether you’re cooking for your family, meal prepping lunches for the week, or looking for a cozy dinner to enjoy on a chilly evening, this sausage orzo is one you’ll find yourself making again and again.
If you’re a fan of simple comfort food with bold Italian flavours, save this recipe for your next pasta night. It’s creamy, satisfying, packed with flavour, and proof that some of the best dinners come together in just one pot.
Creamy Italian Sausage Orzo
Ingredients
- 1/2 white onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 2 Italian sausages sliced into rounds
- 16 oz 454 g orzo
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 heaping handfuls fresh spinach
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 3 generous dollops ricotta cheese
Instructions
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Italian sausages, sliced into rounds
- 16 oz (454 g) orzo
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 heaping handfuls fresh spinach
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 3 generous dollops ricotta cheese
