Description
Sticky Sweet Chili Garlic Sausage Penne is a delicious and comforting pasta dish that expertly combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage with the sweet tang of chili sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, ensuring a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (or preferred sausage), sliced
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions and grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Add cooked penne to the skillet with the sausage mixture. Toss gently to combine; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg