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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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 5
Calories 460 kcal

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.
    This image shows minced garlic, chopped shallots, and diagonally sliced chicken sausages on a cutting board, ready to be cooked
  • 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.
    This image shows gluten-free spaghetti boiling in a pot of water, with steam rising as the pasta cooks until al dente.
  • 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.
    This image shows the final dish plated with spaghetti, sausage, and sauce, topped with fresh Parmesan cheese and garnished with torn basil or parsley.]

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!