Creamy Lemon Chicken Sausage Pasta
This delectable pasta dish combines tender elbows with zesty chicken sausage, vibrant red bell peppers, and onions, all enveloped in a creamy lemon sauce made from lactose-free milk. A splash of lemon-lime wine elevates the flavors, making every bite refreshingly delightful. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and taste.
ingredients
- 8 oz elbow pasta
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 cup lactose-free milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Cook the elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3.
Add the diced red bell pepper and chopped red onion to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- 4.
Lower the heat and pour in the lactose-free milk, lemon juice, and lemon-lime wine, stirring well to combine.
- 5.
Season the sauce with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6.
Fold in the cooked pasta and mix until everything is well coated with the sauce.
- 7.
Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and fresh parsley. Enjoy your creamy lemon chicken sausage pasta!
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