Chicken and Apple Sausage Pasta Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and flavorful Chicken and Apple Sausage Pasta Sauce, a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors. Sautéed chicken and apple sausage combine with tender onions, garlic, and vine-ripened tomatoes to create a robust, homemade sauce that’s both comforting and vibrant. Infused with Italian seasoning, a splash of chicken broth, and fresh basil, this sauce simmers to perfection, creating a rich and aromatic dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta. Topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. With its quick preparation time and unique ingredient combination, this pasta sauce will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 links Chicken and apple sausage (fully cooked, sliced)
- 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 4 large Fresh tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 12 ounces Pasta of choice (cooked and drained)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced chicken and apple sausage to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the chopped fresh tomatoes and tomato paste. Cook for 8-10 minutes, letting the tomatoes break down and release their juices.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves just before serving.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, or serve the sauce over the pasta.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 97.1 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 5582 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 121.6 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1538 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2134 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
