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Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta

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A comforting creamy pasta dish with Pepper Jack cheese, turkey sausage, and diced chicken in a rich sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb turkey sausage, sliced
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil. In a large pot, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
  2. Add the meats. Add the sliced sausage and diced chicken to the pot, cooking until the chicken is no longer pink. Stir occasionally to brown lightly.
  3. Season with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  4. Add the broth. Pour in 2 cups chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Cook the pasta. Stir in 12 oz rotini or penne pasta and cook until al dente, following package instructions for timing.
  6. Make it creamy. Reduce heat to low, then mix in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 1/2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.

Notes

For creamy sauce, keep heat low when adding cheeses. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: creamy pasta, chicken pasta, Pepper Jack cheese, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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