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Chicken Sausages with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Pasta – Fresh, Filling & Weeknight-Ready

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A simple and flavorful pasta dish with chicken sausage, zucchini, and tomatoes — all tossed in a light garlic olive oil sauce for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz short pasta (penne, rotini)

  • 3–4 cooked chicken sausages, sliced

  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)

  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup water, then drain.

  • Sauté sausage slices in 1 tbsp olive oil until golden. Set aside.

  • Add more oil, onion, and garlic to pan. Sauté 2–3 minutes.

  • Add zucchini and tomatoes. Season and cook until soft, 6–8 mins.

  • Return sausage and add pasta. Toss everything together.

  • Stir in reserved pasta water to loosen. Add Parmesan and herbs.

  • Serve hot with optional red pepper flakes.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for more veggies.

  • Great for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

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