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Cozy Chicken Sausage Pasta with Garden Veggies Awaits!

A comforting and flavorful pasta dish featuring chicken sausage and a variety of garden vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken sausage sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in the bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Toss again to combine.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken sausage with plant-based sausage or omit it entirely and add more vegetables.
  • Feel free to customize the veggies based on what you have on hand, such as spinach, asparagus, or carrots for added flavor and nutrition.

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