Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta: Indulgent Weeknight Delight
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A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring pepper jack cheese and spicy sausage, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 pound spicy sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and sausage, cooking until browned.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the pepper jack cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Add additional herbs for flavor, such as parsley or basil.
- For a lighter version, you can replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 36 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams