Chicken Sausage and Provolone Penne Bake

Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Chicken Sausage and Provolone Penne Bake
45 min.
8
664kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty, comforting dish that’s easy to make and perfect for family gatherings, Chicken Sausage and Provolone Penne Bake is the ultimate choice. This dish combines the savory goodness of chicken sausage with the richness of provolone and Parmesan cheeses, all baked together to create a bubbling masterpiece. The layers of pasta and a deliciously seasoned tomato sauce make every bite satisfying, while the sweetness of the red bell pepper and the kick from the crushed red pepper elevate the flavors even more.

What’s even better? This dish is not only incredibly tasty but also a healthier option, with a well-balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. It’s the perfect choice for those who want to indulge in a delicious meal without the guilt. Plus, it’s ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or weekend family dinners. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this Chicken Sausage and Provolone Penne Bake will become a crowd favorite. Enjoy the cheesy goodness and the delightful flavors that come together in every bite!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 43.5 ounce tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1.5 cups onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • ounces parmesan fresh grated
  • pound penne pasta (tube-shaped uncooked
  • 12 ounce pinenuts sweet halved lengthwise (such as Gerhard's)
  • ounces provolone cheese shredded
  • 0.8 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon tomato paste 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Preheat oven to 35
  3. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion, bell pepper, sausage, and garlic; saut 5 minutes or until sausage is browned.
  5. Add tomato paste and next 5 ingredients (through diced tomatoes); cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  6. Combine pasta and tomato mixture; spoon into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  7. Sprinkle with cheeses.
  8. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories664kcal
Protein13.81%
Fat51.58%
Carbs34.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.63
Glycemic Load
18.39
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.640869697799%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
6.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:664.03kcal
33.2%
Fat:39.42g
60.65%
Saturated Fat:7.29g
45.54%
Carbohydrates:59.52g
19.84%
Net Carbohydrates:53.64g
19.51%
Sugar:9.32g
10.35%
Cholesterol:19.42mg
6.47%
Sodium:719.38mg
31.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.74g
47.49%
Manganese:4.47mg
223.3%
Selenium:41.92µg
59.89%
Phosphorus:565.44mg
56.54%
Copper:0.87mg
43.25%
Vitamin C:35.45mg
42.97%
Magnesium:170.16mg
42.54%
Vitamin E:5.74mg
38.28%
Calcium:353.29mg
35.33%
Zinc:4.72mg
31.46%
Vitamin K:30.55µg
29.1%
Iron:5.03mg
27.94%
Fiber:5.88g
23.51%
Potassium:803.57mg
22.96%
Vitamin B3:4.24mg
21.19%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.51%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.35%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.57%
Vitamin A:916.25IU
18.33%
Folate:51.96µg
12.99%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.81%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.28%
Source:My Recipes