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Heat a big splash of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Place the sausage slices in the hot pan, letting them cook for 2–3 minutes on one side. Turn them over and let them cook another minute or so until both sides are golden.
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Toss the broccoli into the skillet, sprinkle over some kosher salt and black pepper, and let it cook for around 5 minutes. The broccoli should turn vibrant green and get a little softer.
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Mix the garlic and orzo into the pan with the other ingredients. Give it all a good stir and cook for another minute.
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Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and combine everything. Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan and let it cook for 10–15 minutes until the orzo softens and soaks up the liquid.
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Stir the shredded parmesan into the mix until it melts and everything's fully blended. Dish it up right away, and feel free to sprinkle on more parmesan if you’d like.