You’re going to love this creamy, flavorful one-pot orzo made with chicken sausage, onions, spinach, and sweet corn, all finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s a simple, hearty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Everything cooks in one pot, which means easy prep and even easier cleanup.
This dish comes together with just a few fresh, wholesome ingredients—but the flavor is rich and satisfying. The orzo cooks to a perfectly creamy texture, and the combination of sausage, greens, and corn makes every bite feel comforting and complete. Serve it with a crisp green salad and crusty Italian bread for a well-rounded, cozy dinner.
One-Pot Orzo with Sausage, Spinach and Corn

You’re going to love this creamy, flavorful one-pot orzo made with chicken sausage, onions, spinach, and sweet corn, all finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s a simple, hearty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Everything cooks in one pot, which means easy prep and even easier cleanup.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces mild Italian chicken sausage
- ½ medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups packed baby spinach
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Remove the sausage from the casing and add it to a heavy bottom sauce pot or Dutch oven.
- Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Add the onion and corn (no need to thaw) and sauté for 10 minutes.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth, stir to combine then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes and scraping the bottom of the pot to make sure the orzo doesn’t stick.
- Remove from the heat, add the spinach, stir and cover for a couple minutes, until the spinach has wilted.
- Top with freshly grated parmesan and black pepper, to taste and serve.
Please leave a star rating and comment to let us know how you liked this recipe!Source