Chicken Sausage Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes – Fresh, Easy & Flavor-Packed
A flavorful, easy pasta dish with sautéed zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and savory chicken sausage — all in a light olive oil and garlic sauce.
Ingredients
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8 oz short pasta (penne, rotini, etc.)
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4 chicken sausages, sliced
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2 tbsp olive oil, divided
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2 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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Optional: red pepper flakes, Italian herbs, fresh basil
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½ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water. Reserve ½ cup water, then drain.
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In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil. Brown sliced sausage for 4–5 minutes. Remove.
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Add 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Sauté garlic 30 seconds, then add zucchini and tomatoes. Cook 6–8 minutes until tender.
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Return sausage to pan. Add pasta, pasta water, and seasonings. Toss well.
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Serve warm, topped with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
Notes
Use chickpea or lentil pasta for more protein. Add spinach or bell peppers for variety. Great for meal prep and reheats well.