Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Chicken Sausages with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Pasta. This vibrant dish combines succulent chicken sausages with fresh zucchini and juicy cherry tomatoes tossed in your favorite pasta. Not only is it visually appealing, but the delightful medley of flavors guarantees satisfaction without guilt. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is as simple to prepare as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz chicken sausages (sliced)
- 2 medium zucchinis (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz short pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced chicken sausages. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- 3. Add minced garlic, chopped zucchini, and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- 4. Stir in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for moisture. Toss everything together for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then top with chopped fresh herbs before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg