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Classic Chicken Sausage Pasta

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A warm and satisfying pasta dish made with chicken sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12–16 ounces chicken sausage, sliced (Italian or smoked)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced (optional)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (or crushed)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
  • 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and brown 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add onion and bell pepper. Sauté 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze, scraping the pan. Add diced tomatoes. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Return sausage to the pan. Simmer 5–7 minutes to blend flavors. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth, 1–2 minutes.
  7. Add drained pasta and spinach. Toss, splashing in reserved pasta water as needed for a glossy sauce. Finish with herbs and a little lemon zest.

Notes

This dish is flexible; feel free to swap pasta shapes or add extra vegetables as needed.

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