Chicken Apple Sausage One-Pan Pasta
is a cozy, flavor-packed meal with a hint of sweetness from Chicken Apple Sausage. Everything cooks in one pan—pasta, veggies, and protein—making it perfect for easy dinners and minimal cleanup.
It’s a balanced dish with savory, slightly sweet, and creamy flavors.
Time Required
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: ~30 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Ingredients
2–3 chicken apple sausages, sliced
1 cup dry pasta (penne or fusilli)
2 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup spinach
½ onion, sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes
¼ cup cream or Greek Yogurt (for lighter option)
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper
Optional Add-ins
mushrooms
chili flakes
zucchini
Instructions
1. Cook Sausage
Heat olive oil in a large pan.
Add sliced sausage and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté Aromatics
In the same pan add onion and garlic.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add Pasta & Liquid
Add:
dry pasta
chicken broth
Italian seasoning
salt and pepper
Bring to a simmer.
4. Cook Pasta
Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
5. Finish the Dish
Stir in:
cooked sausage
spinach
tomatoes
cream or yogurt
parmesan
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until creamy.
6. Serve
Serve warm with extra parmesan on top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it lighter?
Use Greek yogurt instead of cream and whole wheat pasta.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Skip cheese and use a dairy-free cream alternative.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes, it stores well for 3–4 days.
Can I add more veggies?
Absolutely—zucchini, broccoli, or mushrooms work great.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: ~22 g
Carbohydrates: ~40 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Fat: ~18 g
Sodium: ~600 mg