Chicken Sausage Creamy Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
Pasta, chicken sausage, spinach, mushrooms, and goat cheese create a cozy, flavorful meal ready in just 25 minutes.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 ounces rigatoni pasta
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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12 ounces chicken sausage (e.g., Bilinski mild Italian with bell pepper)
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2 cups sliced mushrooms (140 grams)
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4 cups spinach, roughly chopped (120 grams)
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2 cups marinara sauce
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1/2 cup goat cheese (2 ounces)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Optional Toppings
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Grated parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil
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Fresh parsley
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Red pepper flakes
# How to Make It:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook rigatoni pasta according to instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving to brown one side. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
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In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until softened. Reduce heat to low.
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Add marinara sauce and cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir to combine, then add goat cheese, reserved pasta water (about 2 tablespoons), salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly and warm through for about 1 minute. Add additional pasta water if a thinner sauce is desired.
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Top the pasta with optional garnishes such as grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil, parsley, or red pepper flakes. Serve and enjoy.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Nutritional values may vary depending on the type of chicken sausage used.