Grilled Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage with Tomato Cream Sauce Over Linguine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Grilled Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage with Tomato Cream Sauce Over Linguine Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 cup dry red wine
1 can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs , with juices
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup light cream ( table cream )
1/2 pound uncooked linguine
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Fresh oregano leaves for garnish ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
640
Sugar
8g
Fat
27g
This Grilled Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage with Tomato Cream Sauce Over Linguine is a delicious and easy dinner option that is perfect for any night of the week. The sausage is cooked on the grill, adding a smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy tomato sauce. A great meal to warm up on a cold winter day or enjoy outside during the summer months. The dish is simple to make, with a few key ingredients that create a comforting and flavorful meal that your family and friends will love.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2.Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
3.Pour in red wine and stir to combine. Add diced tomatoes and their juices, and oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
4.Reduce heat to low and stir in light cream. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
5.While sauce is simmering, cook linguine according to package instructions.
6.Grill sweet Italian chicken sausage until cooked through, about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.
7.Serve grilled sausage on top of cooked linguine and pour tomato cream sauce over the top. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh oregano leaves if desired.

PROS

This dish is full of flavor and is a perfect balance of creamy and savory.

Grilling the sausage is a healthier cooking method that helps reduce fat content.

This recipe can easily be made gluten-free by substituting gluten-free pasta for the linguine.

CONS

The dish is high in fat and calories, but can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may take time to cook the sauce and grill the sausage which can be a challenge for busy weeknights.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the chicken sausage, as well as vitamins and minerals from the onion, garlic, and tomato in the sauce.
The olive oil used is a source of healthy fats that can benefit heart health and help with weight management.

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