Description
Indulge in this juicy and flavor-packed chicken sausage pasta, a perfect blend of hearty penne pasta, succulent chicken sausage, and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a savory garlic and herb sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken sausage sliced
- 1 cup bell pepper diced
- 1 cup zucchini diced
- 1 cup spinach fresh
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, bell pepper, zucchini, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add the cooked penne pasta and fresh spinach to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and the spinach has wilted.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or substitute the chicken sausage with turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: chicken sausage pasta, pasta recipes, quick dinner, healthy meals, one-pot pasta