Chicken Sausages Zucchini Pasta (Print Format)
Savory chicken sausages, sautéed zucchini, and sweet tomatoes tossed with hearty pasta and fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
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4 chicken sausages
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2 medium zucchinis, sliced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt and pepper to taste
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8 ounces pasta (penne or fusilli)
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Fresh basil, for garnish
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Parmesan cheese, for serving
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken sausages and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and slice into bite-sized pieces.
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In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the sliced zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
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Add the halved cherry tomatoes and dried oregano to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are softened and juicy.
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Return the sliced chicken sausages to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until well mixed and heated through.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
# Tips:
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Cook the pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming too soft when mixed with the warm sausage and vegetable mixture.
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Reserve a bit of pasta water before draining in case you need to loosen the sauce.
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Properly brown the sausages for maximum flavor. Let them sear before slicing to enhance their richness.
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Avoid overcooking the vegetables. Zucchini and cherry tomatoes should be tender but still slightly firm to preserve their freshness.