CHICKEN SAUSAGES WITH ZUCCHINI, TOMATOES & PASTA

Ingredients:

1 tsp olive oil

12 oz Italian-style chicken sausages, sliced

1 cup diced onion

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp minced garlic

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

4 cups chicken broth

8 oz Radiatore pasta (or any small pasta like penne or shells)

2 cups chopped zucchini

2 tbsp lemon juice

1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided

1 cup grape tomatoes, halved

1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions:

Sauté Sausage & Onion:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausages and diced onion. Cook for 5–6 minutes until sausages are browned and onions are soft.

Add Garlic & Spices:

Stir in garlic, crushed red pepper (if using), and salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Simmer Pasta:

Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is nearly cooked.

Add Zucchini:

Stir in chopped zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes, or until zucchini is tender and pasta is fully cooked.

Add Lemon & Cheese:

Pour in lemon juice and stir in 1 cup of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes creamy and well combined.

Finish with Tomatoes & Basil:

Fold in halved grape tomatoes and chopped basil. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes just until warmed through.

Serve:

Serve hot, sprinkled with the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 25 minutes

Total time: 35 minutes

Calories: ~460 kcal per serving