Creamy Cajun Orzo and Sausage
Created by Mikekey on March 3, 2024
- Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 5m
- Cook Time: 17m
- Recipe #42455
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 14 ounces smoked sausage sliced into 1/4" slices, such as Hillshire Farms
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 green bell pepper, medium, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Cajun seasoning, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 3 1/2 cups chicken stock
- 1 1/2 cups orzo, uncooked
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
How to Make
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Step 1: Place the oil, smoked sausage, onions, green pepper, and garlic into a large skillet and sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, approximately 5 minutes over medium-to-low heat.
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Step 2: Add in the Cajun seasoning and dark chili powder and mix until the sausage, green peppers, and onions are coated.
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Step 3: Stir in the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the orzo and stir until combined. Simmer uncovered for 12 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
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Step 4: Stir in the heavy cream.
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Step 5: Can be garnished with sliced green onion if desired.