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Italian Chicken Sausage Pasta

A delicious and hearty Italian dish combining savory chicken sausage, tender pasta, and fresh vegetables.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian chicken sausage
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 medium Onion, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) Diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups Spinach
  • 1 cup Cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the Italian chicken sausage, breaking it up and cooking until browned.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  6. Pour in cream and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
  7. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well until evenly coated.
  8. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for vibrant color; consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra kick.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: chicken sausage, pasta, Italian recipe, quick dinner, creamy pasta