Ingredients and Weight:
- Penne pasta: 16 ounces
- Chicken-apple sausage: 1 pound, removed from casing
- Green bell pepper: 1, chopped
- Red bell pepper: 1, chopped
- Yellow bell pepper: 1, chopped
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Chicken broth: 3 cups
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions.
- While pasta is cooking, brown chicken-apple sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
- Add bell peppers and onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add penne pasta and cooked chicken-apple sausage to the skillet.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until sauce has thickened and heated through.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful sauce
- Tender chicken and vegetables
- Perfect for comfort food or a weeknight meal
User Comments:
- "This dish was so good! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables were cooked to perfection."
- "I made this for my family, and they loved it! It's a great dish for a crowd."
- "I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pasta and chicken."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find chicken-apple sausage, you can substitute regular chicken sausage or pork sausage.
- To make the dish more spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
