Description
This Chicken Apple Sausage One Pan Pasta is the kind of easy recipe I turn to when I want something comforting, flavorful, and quick to make. It’s a perfect blend of savory chicken sausage with a hint of sweetness, tender pasta, and a light creamy, cheesy finish. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, easy dinner ideas, or a cozy one-pan meal with minimal cleanup, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or satisfying food ideas.
Ingredients
12 oz chicken apple sausage sliced
8 oz rotini pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1 small onion chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz
1/2 cup heavy cream optional
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
1. Slice the chicken apple sausage, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the sausage.
3. Add onion and cook until soft, then add garlic.
4. Deglaze the pan with a bit of broth.
5. Add pasta, remaining broth, and diced tomatoes.
6. Simmer covered until pasta is tender.
7. Stir in cream and let thicken.
8. Add Parmesan and seasoning.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor.
Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add a splash of broth when reheating to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg