One-Pot Italian Sausage and Kale Orzo

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A hearty and vibrant one-pot meal combining spicy Italian sausage, tender orzo pasta, and nutrient-rich kale simmered in a savory tomato broth. This Italian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Italian sausage links, orzo pasta, kale leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz Italian sausage (casings removed) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juices, 4 cups chopped kale, 4 cups chicken broth, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese if using, and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.

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