Description
Chicken Apple Sausage One Pan Pasta is the perfect embodiment of comfort food, combining hearty chicken sausage with the refreshing crunch of Granny Smith apples in a creamy sauce. This easy one-pan recipe not only delights the taste buds but also makes for a quick cleanup after enjoying a cozy meal with family or friends. The savory flavors meld beautifully as everything cooks together, resulting in a dish that’s warm, satisfying, and bursting with nostalgia. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this pasta will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken apple sausage (sliced)
- 1/2 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 Granny Smith apple (chopped)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 10 ounces pasta (Cellentani or preferred short pasta)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sliced sausage; sauté until golden brown, about five minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and chopped apples; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, canned tomatoes, heavy cream, and pasta to the pan. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until pasta is al dente, approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and mix in half of the Monterey Jack cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Broil on high for about 3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Top with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg