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One-Pot Italian Sausage Orzo Soup

One-Pot Italian Sausage Orzo Soup – A Hearty Comfort Meal for Cozy Nights

  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This One-Pot Italian Sausage Orzo Soup is hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor. With savory Italian sausage, tender veggies, and nutty whole wheat orzo simmered in a rich broth, it’s the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Ready in just over 30 minutes, this rustic Italian soup is perfect for dinner, meal prep, or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Salt, to taste
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • ¾ cup whole wheat orzo
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Parmesan cheese, optional for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess grease if needed.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and broth. Stir to deglaze the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in orzo and cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Add spinach or kale in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Stir to wilt.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and parmesan.

Notes

  • Brown sausage thoroughly for deeper flavor.
  • Add greens at the end to retain freshness and nutrients.
  • Don’t overcook orzo — it keeps absorbing liquid after cooking.
  • Use whole wheat orzo for a firmer, nutty bite.
  • For freezer meals, omit orzo and cook fresh when reheating.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Soup, One-Pot Recipes
  • Method: Stovetop, One-Pot
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Italian Sausage Orzo Soup, One-Pot Soup, Sausage Soup Recipes, Cozy Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner, Meal Prep Soup

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