Best 5 Home Style Chicken And Sausage Recipes

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Chicken and sausage are two hearty and flavorful ingredients that can be prepared in countless ways. Though they combine well in a variety of dishes such as soups, stews, and gumbos, their robust flavors really shine together in skillet meals. Whether you favor classic comfort food recipes or quick one-pot meals, skillet chicken and sausage meals deliver both convenience and satisfaction. Read on for a collection of our best recipes that are sure to become favorites in your kitchen!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SAUSAGE FROM SCRATCH



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Chicken sausage recipes are not commonly found on the web. I had some chicken thighs and was looking for something versatile to do with them.

Provided by Scott Simmons

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 apple, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon ground sage
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon anise seed
1 teaspoon ground marjoram
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Combine apple, onion, garlic, tomato paste, sage, celery seed, anise seed, marjoram, allspice, salt, and pepper in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until softened and fragrant, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Place chicken thighs in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Process until ground. Transfer to a bowl. Fold in apple mixture.
  • Scoop 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture with a large melon baller and form into a patty. Repeat with remaining chicken mixture.
  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook 4 patties until browned and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a plate; wipe out skillet. Repeat with remaining patties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 130.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CHICKEN SAUSAGE SKILLET



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My sister Mary, an excellent cook, shared this wonderful recipe-I've always loved its tantalizing blend of ingredients. It came to mind immediately when I saw the announcement for CW's Savory Stir-Fry and Skillet Suppers contest. (I didn't tell Mary I entered it. What a nice surprise it will be when she sees her recipe printed in the magazine!)

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 to 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1/2 to 3/4 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper, mushrooms and zucchini in oil until tender. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon; set aside. , Add chicken and sausage to skillet; cook until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, garlic, basil and oregano. , Return vegetables to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHICKEN WITH SAUSAGE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 chicken, 3 1/2 pounds cleaned weight
Salt to taste, if desired
3 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
4 cups water
6 peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 pound yellow turnips (rutabagas)
8 small white onions (not pearl onions), about 1/2 pound, peeled
12 small baby carrots, about 1/2 pound, trimmed and scraped
3/4 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and split lengthwise
1 pound kielbasa (Polish sausage), cut crosswise into 4 pieces of equal size
8 scallions, ends trimmed

Steps:

  • Ideally, the chicken should be trussed, but it is not essential. Put the chicken in a kettle and add salt, broth, water, peppercorns, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil and cover closely. Let simmer 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel the turnips and cut them into rectangles measuring about 1 1/2 inches long and 1/2 inch wide. Add them to the kettle. Add the onions, carrots and brussels sprouts. Cook 10 minutes.
  • Add the sausage and scallions and cover. Let cook 5 minutes. Carve the meats and serve with vegetables and a little stock.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 701, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1718 milligrams, Sugar 70 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE



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Adopted recipe.This is an easy recipe.I used 6 chicken breast halves and 1 lb bulk Italian sausage and it worked out just fine. I served it with rice. It reminded me slightly of an Asian dish. It was very good. I even liked the green peppers in it and I don't usually like green peppers.

Provided by Zaney1

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 57m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1/2 lb Italian sausage, casing removed -- crumbled
1 medium green pepper, cut in 2" strips
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
1 can tomato soup
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. add the chicken and cook until browned.
  • Remove the chicken; set aside. Reduce the heat to medium.
  • In the same skillet, cook the sausage, green pepper, and garlic, stirring, until the sausage is browned and the pepper is tender.
  • Spoon off the fat. Stir in the soup, water, tomato sauce, and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat to boliling and return the chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low.
  • Cover; cook for 6-7 minutes more, or until the chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix the 1 tablespoon cornstarch with the 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Stir into the sauce and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and continue cooking, stirring occcasionally, until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve over hot cooked noodles or rice.
  • Note: Sauce freezes well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.9, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 31.5, Sodium 530.6, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.9, Protein 11.3

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND CHICKEN



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This looks like a yummy recipe. I clipped it out of a Family Circle mag and cant wait to try it myself!

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb Italian sausage, cut into thirds
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 lb small red potato, cut into fourths
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dry white wine
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 small sweet red peppers, cut into 1 inch squares

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet brown the sausage (apprx 8 minutes).
  • Then remove onto a plate.
  • Then put in chicken and cook for 5 minutes, turning once.
  • Put on plate with sausage.
  • Heat oil in the skillet and add the garlic and rosemary and saute for 1 minute.
  • Then add potatoes and water and cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Then push potatoes over to the side of skillet and add back in the chicken and sausage.
  • Add in the salt, pepper, wine, vinegar, and red peppers.
  • Cover and cook an additional 35 minutes, when chicken registers 170*.
  • Take chicken and sausage back out onto plate, and cover.
  • Cover skillet back up and cook potatoes, until they are tender (apprx 8 minutes).
  • Pour over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.9, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 107.9, Sodium 1124.5, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 38.8

Tips for Making the Best Chicken and Sausage:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients. Start with fresh, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs and fully cooked sausage links.
  • Season the chicken well. A simple combination of salt, pepper, and garlic powder is a great place to start.
  • Brown the chicken and sausage before adding the other ingredients. This will help develop flavor and prevent the chicken from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, texture, and nutrients to your dish.
  • Simmer the chicken and sausage in a flavorful sauce. This could be a simple tomato sauce, a creamy sauce, or a spicy sauce.
  • Serve the chicken and sausage with your favorite sides. Rice, pasta, potatoes, and vegetables are all great options.

Conclusion:

Chicken and sausage is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or sausage. With so many different ways to prepare it, there's sure to be a chicken and sausage recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and sausage a try. You won't be disappointed!

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