Description
Indulge in the flavors of Sweet Chili BBQ Sausage Pasta, a delightful dish that perfectly marries sweet and spicy elements. Picture al dente pasta mingling with juicy Italian sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and a luscious sweet chili sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a guaranteed hit for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Experience culinary bliss with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup sweet onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Remove casings from the sausage and crumble into the skillet. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally for about 7-10 minutes.
- Pour in the sweet chili sauce, stirring well to combine. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss until everything is evenly coated in sauce.
- Serve warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg