Description
This Chicken Sausages with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Pasta recipe is a vibrant, hearty, one-pot dish full of Italian flavor. Juicy chicken sausage, tender zucchini, sweet grape tomatoes, and Radiatore pasta come together for a quick, delicious dinner.
Ingredients
-
1 tsp olive oil
-
12 oz Italian-style chicken sausages, sliced
-
1 cup diced onion
-
1/2 tsp salt
-
2 tsp minced garlic
-
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
-
4 cups chicken broth
-
8 oz Radiatore pasta (or any small pasta)
-
2 cups chopped zucchini
-
2 tbsp lemon juice
-
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
-
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
-
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
-
Heat the Oil:
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook chicken sausages until browned (5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside. -
Cook the Onions and Garlic:
In the same pot, sauté onion with salt for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), cook 1 minute. -
Add the Broth and Pasta:
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions (about 8–10 minutes). -
Add the Zucchini:
Stir in chopped zucchini and cook 3–4 more minutes, until tender. -
Finish the Dish:
Add lemon juice, half the Parmesan, grape tomatoes, and cooked sausage. Stir and cook 2 more minutes.
-
Garnish and Serve:
Remove from heat, stir in basil, and garnish with remaining Parmesan. Serve warm.
Notes
-
Swap zucchini for yellow squash or spinach if preferred.
-
Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
-
Tastes great as leftovers and perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
