Balsamic Pasta with Chicken Sausage & Veggies – Pasta with sauteed veggies and chicken sausage tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette. Quick and easy weeknight meal, that is also good for you.
Photos and some text updated 8/1/16
Do you ever see recipes, and immediately make them? Sometimes I come across a recipe that is so perfect, I have to make it right away. This was one of those. Cassie made a version of this pasta, and I knew we would love it. My husband loves just about anything with balsamic vinegar, and I couldn’t believe I hadn’t thought about doing this yet.
My husband isn’t all about lots of veggies and no meat, so I had to switch it up a little. I used some spinach & artichoke chicken sausage I had in the freezer, and just a few veggies. This balsamic pasta is a huge hit at my house. Balsamic vinaigrette is one of my favorite dressings, so adding it to pasta was only natural. The chicken sausage makes it a heartier meal, but still good for you. A great use for the zucchini that is going crazy this time of year.
I first made this recipe almost 4 years ago, and it is still on regular rotation at our house. My son and husband both request it often. I like to use zucchini and red onion, but you could switch up the veggies to just about anything you have on hand, or what is in season at the time. Bell peppers and mushrooms would be great. Leave out the meat, and this would be a great cold pasta salad. I served with a little grated Parmesan cheese, but Cassie used goat cheese. So feel free to switch it up! My husband loves when I make a big batch of this balsamic pasta, because the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Balsamic Pasta with Chicken Sausage & Veggies
Pasta with sauteed veggies and chicken sausage tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette. Quick and easy weeknight meal, that is also good for you.
Ingredients
- 1 package short cut pasta, , cooked according to the directions
- 4 Tbls balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbls olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, , grated
- 3 links chicken sausage, , sliced
- 1 1/2 cups sauteed veggies, (zucchini, onion, etc.)
- Parmesan Cheese, , optional garnish.
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl combine the vinegar, oil, salt, pepper, garlic and oregano. Whisk to combine. In a large skillet saute the chicken sausage and the veggies together, until crisp tender, and the sausage is heated through, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as necessary.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta to the serving bowl with the vinaigrette at the bottom. Top with the veggies. Stir to combine, and make sure everything is evenly coated. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Adapted from Bake Your Day
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 354Saturated Fat 2gCholesterol 30mgSodium 636mgCarbohydrates 47gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 14g
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Kristen says
That does sound like a great dinner. I love the the flavor balsamic gives dishes.
Cassie says
I love this version! This chicken sausage is definitely a winner here, we love that stuff!
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
I love balsamic vinegar so much I could drink it. Love that you made a pasta with it!!
Nicole @ Healthy Way to Cook says
What a healthy, easy pasta dish! Love it!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Balsamic with pasta is one of my favorites! Great recipe, Erin!
Ramona says
Mmmm… the balsamic, veggies and chicken sausage sounds like a perfect combination for a hearty fall pasta dish! 🙂
Patty says
Sounds wonderful, we eat a lot of chicken sausage around here;-)
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
Looks very delicious! Great weeknite recipe!
Liz says
Great pasta recipe, Erin! I’m with your hubby….I love balsamic vinegar and it works wonderfully in this dish!
Valerie says
This looks amazing! I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of trying new pasta dishes!!
Jen @ Jen's Favorite Cookies says
I love this version! It looks fantastic!!
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
Myhubby adores balsamic too! This pasta sounds amazing – thank you for sharing!!!
Carrian@ohsweetbasil says
I am loving the looks of this dish, every ingredient is spot on with me, thanks Erin!
Tracey says
I love the sound of this – balsamic vinegar is so good! My husband is a huge fan of all types of sausage, he’d be thrilled if I made this.
Lemons and Anchovies says
I’ve never thought to do that with balsamic vinegar either but it sounds really good! Love the sausage in it, too.
Elizabeth @Food Ramblings says
delicious and healthy dinner- yum!
Suzanne says
simple pasta with lots of flavor is my kind of meal, great job.
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
This is one of those winning versatile recipes…I could see broccoli in here instead of the zukes, when they are gone from the garden.
Katerina @ Diethood says
Erin, this is the perfect weeknight dinner idea! Healthy and absolutely delicious!!
Stephanie says
Such a great weeknight dinner idea!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
How great to have a family favorite like this that you can reach for often! Love the combo of meat and veggies 🙂
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
This looks like an amazing idea for a quick and easy dinner.
Kimberly Killebrew says
This sounds so yummy and I just love the flavor of balsamic vinegar!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
This is such a wonderful recipe for a busy evening. I love the flavor balsamic vinegar adds.