Description
Mouthwatering chicken sausage pasta blends Italian culinary magic with fresh garden ingredients. Savory sausages and crisp vegetables dance together, creating a simple yet irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 chicken sausages, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (227 grams) pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, following package timing guidelines. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat (375°F). Introduce minced garlic, allowing it to release its aromatic essence for approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Add sliced chicken sausages to the skillet, searing each piece until golden brown and crisp edges develop, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate zucchini, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning into the skillet. Sauté the vegetables until they soften and become slightly translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Gently fold the reserved pasta into the sausage and vegetable mixture, ensuring each strand is evenly coated. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Transfer the completed dish to serving plates, presenting a vibrant and aromatic meal ready to be enjoyed immediately while still piping hot.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium chicken sausages for a heart-healthier version of this dish.
- Experiment with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Quickly pat zucchini with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp texture in the final dish.
- Boost protein content by adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a vegetarian-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg