Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A one-pan dinner that combines tender chicken sausage, cheese tortellini, and marinara sauce for a simple, crowd-pleasing meal ready in 25 minutes. This italian-inspired kid friendly ready in about 35 minutes pairs Cheese tortellini, Marinara sauce, to taste Salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 500 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange 12 oz sliced chicken sausage in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz cheese tortellini to the baking sheet and toss to coat evenly with the sausage.
  3. Step 3: Pour 2 cups marinara sauce over the mixture, stirring to ensure all ingredients are coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 15-18 minutes until tortellini is tender and sauce is bubbling around the edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cheese tortellini from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Chicken Sausage and Tortellini with Marinara?

Italian kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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