Description
This creamy chicken sausage skillet is a flavorful, one-pan dinner perfect for quick weeknight meals. It combines savory chicken sausage with sautéed vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich creamy Parmesan sauce, all cooked together on the stovetop for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Liquids and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Then add minced garlic, sliced red bell pepper, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Deglaze and Make Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine and Wilt Spinach: Return the browned sausage to the skillet and add the fresh spinach. Stir everything together until the spinach has wilted and the sausage is heated through.
- Season and Garnish: Season the skillet with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and omit the Parmesan cheese.
- Try smoked chicken sausage or andouille sausage for an extra smoky flavor.
