Broccolini, Chicken Sausage & Orzo Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 6 ounces cooked chicken sausage, such as Al Fresco Sweet Italian, cut into 1/4-inch slices

½ cup chopped onion

• 1 cup whole-wheat orzo
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 pound broccolini, trimmed, or 4 cups broccoli florets
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Directions

1. Heat oil in a 12-inch cast-iron or other large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add orzo and garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute more.
2. Stir in broth, crushed red pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir in broccolini (or broccoli). Reduce heat, cover and simmer until the orzo is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until the broth is absorbed.
3. Stir in Parmesan and lemon zest. To serve, top with additional Parmesan and crushed red pepper, if desired.