Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta Skillet Recipe
This Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, flavorful sausage, pasta, and a creamy pepper jack cheese sauce. It’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
For the Skillet:
- 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 12 oz pasta (like fusilli or rotini)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, heat the heavy cream over medium heat. Add the shredded Pepper Jack cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Cook the Chicken and Sausage: In the same skillet, cook the chicken sausage and chicken breasts until browned and cooked through.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked pasta, diced tomatoes, and the creamy sauce to the skillet with the chicken and sausage. Stir well to combine and heat through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy pepper jack chicken & sausage pasta skillet hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of Pepper Jack cheese in the sauce.
- This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
