Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy chicken sausage pasta with spinach that transforms any meal into a delightful experience. This flavorful dish combines spicy chicken sausage, fresh tomatoes, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a luscious sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, this recipe is not only easy to whip up but also packed with nourishing ingredients. In just 40 minutes, you can serve a plateful of comfort that will impress everyone at your table. Elevate your dining experience by customizing spice levels or adding your favorite vegetables, making this pasta dish versatile and satisfying for all tastes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 1/2 Red Bell Pepper
- 1/2 Yellow Onion
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
- 1 1/2 cups Medium Shells (dried pasta)
- 8 oz Fresh Chicken Sausage
- 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
- 1/2 cup Half & Half
- 1/3 cup Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Juice of 2 wedges Fresh Lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by quartering the cherry tomatoes and chopping the bell pepper and onion.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the prepared vegetables in olive oil with salt and crushed red pepper for about 7-8 minutes until softened.
- Cook medium shells in boiling salted water until al dente, then add to the skillet.
- Add fresh chicken sausage and minced garlic to the skillet, breaking up the sausage as it cooks for about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in half & half, followed by baby spinach until wilted into the sauce.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Finish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg