One-Pot Sausage & Veggie Pasta Primavera

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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A speedy weeknight favorite with savory Italian sausage, seasonal vegetables, and al dente pasta all simmered in a vibrant tomato-herb sauce. This Italian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Italian sausage links, penne pasta, low-sodium tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz (340g), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds Italian sausage links
12 oz (340g) penne pasta
2 cups (480ml) low-sodium tomato sauce
1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 cup (150g), diced into 1/2-inch cubes zucchini
1 medium (150g), sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and crisp around the edges.
Step 2: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add zucchini and bell pepper; cook for 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
Step 3: Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 4: Add penne pasta, stirring to submerge it completely. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway, until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Uncover, add fresh basil, and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce coats the pasta and vegetables evenly.
Step 6: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 2 minutes, then serve immediately with extra basil for garnish.