One-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

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Aromatic sausage and bell peppers simmered in a garlic-herb tomato sauce with pasta. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs penne pasta, chicken sausage, drained roasted red peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz penne pasta and cook for 8 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced chicken sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned, breaking into small pieces.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 1 cup drained roasted red peppers and 1 tsp dried oregano.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 14 oz diced tomatoes and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, simmering for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Add drained pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet, tossing until coated. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese until melted and glossy.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?

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 penne pasta from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?

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-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta 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 One-Pot Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?

Italian pasta 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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