Description
Succulent chicken sausages dance with zucchini and tomatoes in this Mediterranean-inspired pasta delight. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a quick, flavorful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 chicken sausages
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (penne or fusilli)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Cooking and Serving Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil, for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot of salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until perfectly al dente, then drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium temperature. Introduce chicken sausages and sear for 6-7 minutes, rotating periodically until golden brown and thoroughly cooked. Transfer sausages from pan and slice into bite-sized portions.
- Without cleaning the skillet, add minced garlic and quickly sauté for 45-60 seconds until aromatic. Incorporate zucchini slices and cook approximately 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly but retain a crisp texture.
- Introduce halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle dried oregano across the vegetable mixture. Season with salt and pepper, continuing to cook 3-4 minutes until tomatoes release their juices and become tender.
- Reintroduce sliced chicken sausages into the vegetable medley. Fold in cooked pasta, gently tossing to ensure uniform heating and complete ingredient integration.
- Transfer to serving plates immediately, garnishing with fresh basil leaves and a delicate dusting of Parmesan cheese. Serve piping hot for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Opt for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate different dietary needs and boost nutritional value.
- Choose lean chicken sausages with lower sodium content for a healthier meal option.
- Quickly sear sausages at high heat to lock in flavor and achieve a beautiful golden-brown exterior without overcooking.
- Slice zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking and a consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg