One Pot Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli

Orecchiette pasta, sausage, broccoli, and Parmesan cheese combine in a single pot to make a family pleasing dinner in under 30 minutes!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 12 ounces orecchiette
• 10.5 ounce frozen broccoli
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan (plus more for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a very large saute pan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Add the garlic and heat for about a minute, or until fragrant.
2. 2Pour in a small amount of the chicken broth, and use a spatula to deglaze the bottom of the pan. Pour in the remaining chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3. 3Stir in the orecchiette, breaking apart any pasta that's nesting together. Cover the pot and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the broccoli. Cover and continue to cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is soft and most of the liquid is absorbed.
4. 4Stir in the Parmesan, allowing it to melt. Season to taste with Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Serve with more Parmesan on top.