Chicken Zucchini Pasta Skillet
This vibrant and wholesome dish combines the savory flavors of chicken sausages with the freshness of zucchini and tomatoes, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 12 oz Italian Style Chicken Sausages cut into discs
- 1 cup onion diced
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper optional
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz uncooked Radiatore pasta or any other small pasta shape
- 2 cups zucchini chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated, divided
- 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
- ⅓ cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add in the olive oil. Once hot, add in the chicken sausages and onion and cook until sausages are browned and onion is tender.
- Season with salt, red pepper flakes and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Bring mixture to a boil then add in the uncooked pasta. Stir frequently, for about 10 minutes, until pasta is mostly tender, then add in the chopped zucchini.
- Continue cooking an additional 3 minutes until zucchini is tender and most of the chicken broth is absorbed into the pasta. Stir in the lemon juice, 3 tbsp of the parmesan cheese and the grape tomatoes.
- Remove from heat and top with the fresh basil and remaining 1 tbsp of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!