Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta
Ingredients
- 12 ozpenne pasta
gluten-free pasta if needed
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 12 ozItalian chicken sausage
sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tbspunsalted butter
- 1 smallyellow onion
diced
- 3 clovegarlic
minced
- 2 tspItalian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsptomato paste
- 24 ozMarinara sauce
- 1 cheavy cream
coconut cream, or cashew cream
- 3 cbroccoli florets)
chopped small (1 large head of broccoli
- ½ tspkosher salt
- To Serve: Freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh basil, fresh thyme
Directions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. When it’s done, reserve 1 cup of pasta water then drain. Do not rinse the pasta.
- 2
While the pasta is cooking, make the pasta sauce. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot and shimmering, add the chicken sausage and cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes, or until it’s heated through and browned on each side. Transfer it to a clean plate or cutting board.
- 3
Add the butter to the same skillet over medium heat and stir to melt. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes and cook and soften until the garlic is fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the tomato paste, marinara, and cream and stir until smooth. Add the broccoli florets and stir to coat it in the sauce. Simmer the sauce and broccoli for 5 minutes or until it reduces and thickens to your liking. Adjust the heat if it’s starting to boil beyond a gentle bubble around the edges.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the pasta and cooked sausage until combined and the sauce is coating the pasta. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce gets too thick. Serve with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta
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About this Recipe
Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta: Your New Go-To Weeknight Winner
Looking for an incredibly delicious yet effortless meal to conquer busy evenings? This Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta is your ultimate solution! Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick meal is designed to bring comfort and flavor to your table without the fuss, making it the perfect weeknight dinner for the whole family.
What makes this creamy pasta dish truly special? It features savory Italian chicken sausage combined with a rich, creamy tomato sauce that coats every strand of pasta beautifully. We've also packed in plenty of broccoli florets, making it an easy way to sneak extra veggies into a satisfying meal that everyone will love. The secret to its incredible creaminess lies in reserving a bit of pasta water – it helps emulsify and thicken the sauce to perfection.
Crafted with lean chicken sausage and an optional gluten-free pasta choice, this recipe is adaptable to various dietary needs. The robust flavors of Italian seasoning, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes create a wonderfully balanced profile that’s anything but bland. Serve it generously topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh basil or thyme for an elegant touch. This easy dinner proves that you don't need hours in the kitchen to enjoy a gourmet-tasting, wholesome meal. Dive into a bowl of this comforting creamy chicken sausage pasta tonight!