Chicken Sausage Pasta
This Chicken Sausage Pasta is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. With savory sausage, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tomato-goat cheese sauce, it's ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Colander
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces chicken sausage sliced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 4 cups spinach roughly chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 0.5 cup goat cheese crumbled
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- grated parmesan cheese for topping
- fresh basil chopped
- fresh parsley chopped
- red pepper flakes optional for heat
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Add mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes more.
- Lower heat and stir in marinara sauce and drained pasta. Add crumbled goat cheese and reserved pasta water. Stir well to combine and warm through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like grated parmesan, fresh basil, parsley, or red pepper flakes.
Notes
You can easily swap out ingredients to suit your taste or what you have on hand. Try different vegetables, cheeses, or even use a spicy sausage for extra kick. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and makes great leftovers!