Easy Chicken Sausage and Pepper Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 ozPasta (penne or rotini)
• 8 oz, slicedCooked chicken sausage
• 1 cup, slicedBell peppers (any color)
• 1/2, slicedOnion
• 1.5 cupsMarinara sauce
• 1 tbspOlive oil
• 2 cloves, mincedGarlic
• 2 tbsp, chopped (optional)Fresh parsley
• to tasteSalt and pepper

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories

600 kcal

Protein

40 g

Carbs

60 g

Fat

25 g

Steps

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   Add sliced bell peppers and onion to the same skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

4. 4

   Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Return sausage to the skillet. Pour in the marinara sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. 6

   Add the drained pasta to the sauce. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.

7. 7

   Stir in fresh parsley (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.