Chicken Sausage Spaghetti Recipe
This Chicken Sausage Spaghetti is a quick and delicious weeknight dinner that comes together in just 35 minutes! With mild Italian chicken sausage, vibrant kale, rich marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling spaghetti
- Large cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet (about 12 inches)
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 Cloves Garlic minced
- 2 Shallots or ½ an Onion, any color, chopped
- 1 Package Chicken Sausage mild or spicy Italian
- 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 2 Packed Cups Chopped Kale or Spinach
- 1 Jar Marinara Sauce 16 oz.
- ¾ Cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth split
- 1 Package Gluten-Free Spaghetti Noodles or regular spaghetti
- ⅓ Cup Parmesan Cheese split
- ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt
- ¼ tsp. Pepper
- Fresh Basil or Parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Mince the garlic and chop the shallots (or onion). Slice the chicken sausages diagonally.
- Cook Spaghetti: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Sausages: In a large cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausages and sauté for 8-10 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and shallots. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Deglaze Skillet: Add ¼ cup of low sodium chicken broth to the skillet, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked sausages to the skillet. Stir in the marinara sauce, chopped kale (or spinach), salt, pepper, and remaining ½ cup of chicken broth. Mix until well combined.
- Simmer: Let the sauce simmer for 5-6 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Combine with Noodles: Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. Sprinkle in ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese and toss until well combined.
- Serve: Serve the pasta with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh torn basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
- The safe internal temperature for chicken sausage is 165°F, which can be checked with a food thermometer.
- Use a large skillet (around 12 inches) to ensure all ingredients fit well. Cast iron skillets work great for pasta dishes!