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Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta with Spinach

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Chicken Sausage Pasta with Spinach, a dish that seamlessly blends rich and creamy textures with fresh, vibrant ingredients. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, taking only 40 minutes to prepare. The combination of savory chicken sausage, tender spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes creates a hearty meal that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its ease of preparation and kid-friendly appeal, this pasta dish will quickly become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz. fresh chicken sausage
  • 1 ½ cups medium shells (dried pasta)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • ½ red bell pepper
  • ½ yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Quarter the cherry tomatoes, chop the bell pepper, and onion.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables along with crushed red pepper, cooking until softened.
  3. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta shells until al dente.
  4. Combine sausage and garlic: Add chicken sausage and minced garlic to the skillet; cook while breaking up the sausage until browned.
  5. Create the creamy sauce: Stir in sugar and half-and-half, then add fresh spinach until wilted.
  6. Mix pasta and sauce: Transfer cooked pasta into the skillet; stir to coat.
  7. Final touches: Mix in Parmesan cheese, adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water, season with salt and pepper, then finish with lemon juice.

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