Chicken Sausages with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Pasta
Chicken Sausages with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together juicy chicken sausages, fresh zucchini, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. This one-pan wonder is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz chicken sausages, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken sausages, chopped zucchini, halved tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water; drain the rest.
- Once baked, combine the sausage mixture with cooked pasta in a large bowl. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg