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Chicken Sausage Pasta Recipe

Creamy chicken sausage pasta is a quick and simple dinner dish that is on the table in no time. It's a family favorite!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 6
Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces bow tie pasta, about 1 ½ cups
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 (12-ounce) links Italian style chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1½-2 (14.5-ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add olive oil. Once warm, add sliced chicken sausage and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside on a plate.
  • Add the tomatoes, salt, basil, and pepper flakes to the large skillet and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream and ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain the pasta and toss them into the cream mixture. Mix in sliced chicken sausage or top pasta with sausage and serve warm.
  • Garnish with the remaining ½ cup of parmesan cheese.

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Notes

Recipe Tips.
  • Do not overcook the pasta, so it stays firm when mixed with the sauce.
  • Use pre-cooked chicken sausage for quicker prep and easy slicing.
  • Use preferably Italian style. Other flavors like cajun spice can work, but stay away from apple sausage for this recipe.
  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
  • Stir frequently while simmering to keep the sauce smooth and creamy.
  • This pasta stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheats easily.
  • Add vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach in Step 2.
Store. Allow leftover pasta with chicken sausage to cool and place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheat in the microwave or in a skillet on the stove. The pasta may have absorbed some of the liquid so feel free to add more milk before heating. 
Freeze. To make ahead of time or freeze leftovers, cool Italian chicken sausage pasta before pouring it into an airtight freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 4 months.
To reheat. Thaw and heat on the stove over low heat stirring constantly. Add a small amount of milk to revitalize the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 527kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 705mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1072IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 1mg