Description
Creamy Sausage Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This easy recipe features tender penne noodles enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, complemented by savory mushrooms and your choice of ground chicken or turkey sausage. In less than 30 minutes, you can serve up a delicious meal that will impress family and friends alike. Its creamy texture and robust flavors make it an irresistible choice for any occasion—ideal for cozy nights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups penne noodles
- 1 pound ground chicken or turkey sausage
- 1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Cracked black pepper (to taste)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne noodles in boiling salted water for 6-9 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and toss with olive oil.
- In the same skillet, brown the ground sausage over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to keep warm.
- Sauté minced garlic in butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; let simmer for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked sausage and penne with the sauce, seasoning to taste. Top with optional parmesan cheese and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg