Description
A quick, colorful, and comforting dinner, this Chicken Sausages with Zucchini Tomatoes and Pasta recipe combines juicy chicken sausages, tender pasta, and fresh vegetables in a savory, herbed broth. It’s a one-pan wonder perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Sausages:
4 chicken sausages
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
8 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 zucchinis, sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
Marinate the Sausages: In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken sausages until well coated. Set aside.
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sear the Sausages: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear sausages for 4–5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, add olive oil, diced onion, and garlic. Cook until translucent, about 2–3 minutes.
Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes; cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until veggies are tender.
Combine & Simmer: Return sausages to skillet. Add pasta, chicken broth, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Let simmer over low heat for 5–10 minutes to meld flavors.
Serve: Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Swap cherry tomatoes for canned diced tomatoes in a pinch (just drain first).
Want a creamy twist? Stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end.
Make it gluten-free by using GF pasta.
This dish reheats well—add a splash of broth before microwaving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner,lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg