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Sausage Pasta Skillet

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Ingredients

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For the Pasta Skillet:

  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or rotini)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz chicken or turkey sausage, sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For Garnish (Optional):

  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions

Cook the Pasta:

  1. Boil the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Skillet:

  1. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken or turkey sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Add the zucchini and cook for another 2 minutes.

  3. Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Let cook for 5 minutes to allow flavors to develop.

  5. Combine Everything: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, then add the drained pasta. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.

Serve and Garnish:

  1. Add Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley before serving.

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