Cheesy Chicken Sausage Pasta
Cheesy Chicken Sausage Pasta is a delicious and comforting meal that combines the flavors of cheesy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful chicken sausage. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to satisfy.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb rigatoni or ziti
- 1 lb sweet italian chicken sausage
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cut into bite sized
- 2 ½ cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 Tsp oregano
- ½ Tsp dried thyme
- ½ Tsp red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set your oven to preheat at 350°F. Meanwhile, cook the pasta as directed on the package. Once done, drain and set the pasta aside.
- Take the sausage out of its casings. In a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion, and herbs over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until the sausage is golden brown.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the crushed tomatoes and heavy cream, letting everything simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the cooked pasta with the sausage mixture and shredded mozzarella, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer everything into a large casserole dish, then top with fresh mozzarella. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly, and serve right away.
Notes
- Ziti is the traditional choice for baked pasta, but feel free to use any short pasta you prefer.