Caprese Fettuccine with Italian Chicken Sausage

This Caprese Fettuccine with Italian Chicken Sausage combines the flavors of a classic Caprese salad with savory Italian chicken sausage, creating a hearty and satisfying pasta dish. It's a perfect balance of freshness from cherry tomatoes and basil with the richness of mozzarella cheese, all complemented by the seasoned chicken sausage. This recipe is quick and easy to make, ideal for a delicious weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
• 4 Italian chicken sausages, sliced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add sliced Italian chicken sausages to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes

Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they start to soften, about 2-3 minutes

Stir in cooked fettuccine, chopped basil leaves, and diced mozzarella cheese

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through

Season with salt and black pepper to taste

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving

Serve hot and enjoy!