One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini
Simple skillet meal with savory chicken sausage and tender zucchini, finished with fresh basil. Ready in 20 minutes for busy days when energy needs a boost. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 20 minutes pairs olive oil, halved cherry tomatoes, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 225 calories and feeds 2, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 oz (2 links), sliced into 1/2-inch pieces chicken sausage
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 oz chicken sausage (sliced 1/2-inch pieces) and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium zucchini (sliced 1/4-inch rounds) and cook 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is tender but holds shape.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook 2 minutes until tomatoes soften slightly.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (5 min prep + 15 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 One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini?
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 One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 One-Pan Chicken Sausage and Zucchini?
American one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe saved my weeknight! So easy and tasty. My family loved it.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for a quick dinner, no extra dishes to clean.
- ★★★★☆
Good, but the zucchini was a bit undercooked. Took longer than 15 minutes.
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