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
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 354 Saturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 30mg Sodium 636mg Carbohydrates 47g Fiber 2g Sugar 4g Protein 14g
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Kristen says
October 2, 2012 at 5:25 amThat does sound like a great dinner. I love the the flavor balsamic gives dishes.
Cassie says
October 2, 2012 at 7:07 amI love this version! This chicken sausage is definitely a winner here, we love that stuff!
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
October 2, 2012 at 8:52 amI love balsamic vinegar so much I could drink it. Love that you made a pasta with it!!
Nicole @ Healthy Way to Cook says
October 2, 2012 at 9:00 amWhat a healthy, easy pasta dish! Love it!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
October 2, 2012 at 10:46 amBalsamic with pasta is one of my favorites! Great recipe, Erin!
Ramona says
October 2, 2012 at 4:04 pmMmmm… the balsamic, veggies and chicken sausage sounds like a perfect combination for a hearty fall pasta dish! 🙂
Patty says
October 2, 2012 at 4:56 pmSounds wonderful, we eat a lot of chicken sausage around here;-)
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
October 2, 2012 at 5:49 pmLooks very delicious! Great weeknite recipe!
Liz says
October 2, 2012 at 6:41 pmGreat pasta recipe, Erin! I’m with your hubby….I love balsamic vinegar and it works wonderfully in this dish!
Valerie says
October 2, 2012 at 7:50 pmThis looks amazing! I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of trying new pasta dishes!!
Jen @ Jen's Favorite Cookies says
October 2, 2012 at 7:51 pmI love this version! It looks fantastic!!
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
October 2, 2012 at 9:09 pmMyhubby adores balsamic too! This pasta sounds amazing – thank you for sharing!!!
Carrian@ohsweetbasil says
October 2, 2012 at 10:06 pmI am loving the looks of this dish, every ingredient is spot on with me, thanks Erin!
Tracey says
October 2, 2012 at 10:29 pmI 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
October 3, 2012 at 7:57 amI’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
October 3, 2012 at 5:04 pmdelicious and healthy dinner- yum!
Suzanne says
October 3, 2012 at 10:24 pmsimple pasta with lots of flavor is my kind of meal, great job.
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
August 1, 2016 at 8:57 amThis 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
August 1, 2016 at 10:20 amErin, this is the perfect weeknight dinner idea! Healthy and absolutely delicious!!
Stephanie says
August 1, 2016 at 2:34 pmSuch a great weeknight dinner idea!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
August 1, 2016 at 4:29 pmHow 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
August 1, 2016 at 8:55 pmThis looks like an amazing idea for a quick and easy dinner.
Kimberly Killebrew says
August 1, 2016 at 10:21 pmThis sounds so yummy and I just love the flavor of balsamic vinegar!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
August 2, 2016 at 9:02 pmThis is such a wonderful recipe for a busy evening. I love the flavor balsamic vinegar adds.