Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Orecchiette With Sausage And Broccoli, a delightful dish that brings together the rich taste of Italian sausage and vibrant, nutritious broccoli. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, combining hearty ingredients enveloped in a savory sauce. In just 35 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that will please both kids and adults alike. The easy preparation means you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious food with your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces orecchiette pasta
- 19 ounces Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: lemon and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add crumbled sausage seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, dried parsley, and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook orecchiette according to package instructions for al dente texture. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the pan with cooked sausage, add remaining olive oil, chicken broth, and broccoli florets. Stir frequently until broccoli is tender (3–5 minutes). Add butter and simmer until slightly reduced.
- Toss drained pasta into the sausage-broccoli mixture, adding Parmesan gradually while mixing well. Use reserved pasta water to thin out the sauce if needed.
- Serve hot with optional lemon juice and extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg