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Chicken Apple Sausage One Pan Pasta

Chicken Apple Sausage One Pan Pasta


  • Author: Julia Walton
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Need a fast and flavorful dinner that feels like comfort food but only dirties one pan? This Chicken Apple Sausage One Pan Pasta is a game-changer for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, sweet apple sausage, and hearty pasta simmer together in a creamy parmesan garlic sauce. It’s the perfect combo of savory and sweet with minimal cleanup. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, easy recipe inspiration, or family-friendly food ideas, this dish checks every box—perfect for cozy dinners or make-ahead meals.


Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, diced

8 oz apple chicken sausage, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

12 oz rotini pasta

3 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same skillet, cook sliced apple chicken sausage until lightly browned. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

3. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir in uncooked rotini pasta.

4. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Once pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed, stir in parmesan cheese and return the cooked chicken to the skillet.

6. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

If the sauce thickens too much after cooling, stir in a splash of broth or cream while reheating.

For extra greens, stir in a handful of baby spinach during the final 2 minutes of simmering.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pan
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 610
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg

Keywords: easy dinner, one pan pasta, creamy sausage pasta, chicken apple sausage recipe, quick pasta dish