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Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta: A Must-Try!

Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta That's Truly Irresistible

Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta is a quick and comforting meal that combines chicken and sausage in a rich, creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil or butter.
  • 10 ounces Turkey Sausage Substitute with chicken or pork sausage if desired.
  • 1 pound Diced Chicken Use boneless, skinless chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Yellow or white onions work well.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can use a mix of dried herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use gluten-free pasta if preferred.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or sharp cheddar.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grana Padano works as an alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add turkey sausage to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Cook diced chicken, onion, and garlic in the same skillet, seasoning with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Boil salted water in a separate pot, add gluten-free pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Combine cooked sausage with the chicken mixture, adding chicken broth and heavy cream, and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in Pepper Jack cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce ensuring each piece is coated.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked and adjust seasoning as needed. For a richer sauce, simmer longer on low and avoid boiling once cheese is added.

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