Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a flavorful and satisfying sausage and chickpea skillet! If you're seeking a quick and easy one-pan meal that packs a punch of flavor, you've come to the right place. This article will take you on a culinary journey, introducing you to a wide range of recipes that showcase the perfect balance between savory sausage and hearty chickpeas. From classic combinations to unique twists, get ready to explore a world of delicious possibilities and create a skillet masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds.
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SAUSAGE & CHICKPEA SKILLET
This quick sausage and chickpea dish is perfect for weeknight meals! You can throw it together quickly with just a few ingredients. —Phyllis Schwartz, Arcadia, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the onion, green pepper, celery, carrot and garlic in olive oil for until vegetables are tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chickpeas, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning, pepper flakes and sausage. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered until heated through, 4-6 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 619mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKPEA PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND ESCAROLE
Gluten-free pastas are tastiest with olive oil-based pan sauces that don't thicken too much, which can make the pasta feel gummy. Pasta with chickpeas and greens is a classic dish from the Puglia region of Italy. In our riff with chickpea pasta, we added sausage to complement the earthy flavors of the greens and noodles.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, 1 to 2 minutes shy of the package directions. Reserve 1 1/4 cups pasta water, then drain.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Crumble in the sausage and cook until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion and cook until golden and wilted, about 4 minutes.
- Add the escarole, red pepper flakes and 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Cover and cook until the escarole has just wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Increase the heat to reduce the liquid in the skillet and thicken it slightly, about 1 minute.
- Add the pasta to the simmering sauce and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss well, adding a little more of the reserved pasta water if it seems dry. Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and Pecorino, toss and serve immediately.
PASTA WITH SPICY SAUSAGE, BROCCOLI RABE AND CHICKPEAS
In this hearty weeknight pasta recipe, chickpeas contribute an earthy, nutty flavor to the classic combination of sausage and broccoli rabe. The addition of Parmesan, butter, and lemon juice just before serving balances the heat from the sausage with a bit of richness, creating a bright and flavorful sauce in the process. This pasta is incredibly versatile: You can use any sturdy greens or even broccoli in place of the broccoli rabe, and feel free to swap in whatever pasta shape and canned beans you have on hand. You can even substitute sweet Italian sausage or ground pork or turkey for the sausage in a pinch; add about 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes to give this dish its spicy kick.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, weeknight, beans, meat, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Roughly chop the broccoli rabe, add it to the pot, and cook for 3 minutes. Use a sieve or slotted spoon to lift the broccoli rabe from the water and place it in a colander to drain.
- Bring the water back to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
- Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven or deep, 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (Don't worry if the sausage is not completely cooked through.) Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the wine and cook, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan, until the wine is reduced by half, about 1 minute.
- Add the broccoli rabe, chickpeas, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sausage is cooked through and the broccoli rabe is very tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add the pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water, toss well, and cook over low heat until the sauce comes together, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add additional pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, if needed for moisture.
- Remove the pan from the heat, add the butter, Parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice, and toss until the butter is melted. Divide pasta among shallow bowls and top with additional cheese sprinkled on top.
CUBAN SMOKED SAUSAGE WITH CHICKPEAS
I developed this recipe after tasting something similar at a local Cuban restaurant. This is a simple and savory stew - delicious over steamed white rice. The seasonings aren't strict measurements so add more of anything to suit your taste.
Provided by TOOS64
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slice sausage lengthwise, then cut into 1/4-inch slices.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown sausage about 5 minutes. Stir in onion; cook 5 minutes. Stir in chickpeas and juices, tomato sauce, and sherry. Season with oregano, red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic powder, and adobo seasoning. Simmer, stirring occasionally, at least 10 minutes (1 hour or more is preferable).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 51.5 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1718.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CHICKPEA, SAUSAGE, AND KALE PASTA
Protein-packed and so versatile, canned chickpeas are a pantry must-have that can make a meal in minutes. Try this easy idea for serving up these super staples.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta, then drain. In a skillet, cook sausage meat in 1 tablespoon olive oil until opaque, breaking up with a spoon. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add chickpeas and cook 3 minutes. Add kale and wilt. Add pasta and Parmesan; season. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
SAUSAGE AND CHICKPEA CASSEROLE
I made this with pork and fennel sausages, triple-smoked bacon and ingredients I had in the pantry/fridge. Delicious - but if you start with tasty sausages and bacon, you can't go wrong! You could make this with any vegetables you happen to have.
Provided by RonaNZ
Categories Stew
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a frying pan and brown the sausages. They don't have to be cooked through. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Cut the bacon into strips and fry in the oil.
- Add sliced onions and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until the onions are soft.
- Cut the sausage into slices and put in a casserole dish.
- Add the tomatoes, drained chickpeas and chopped leek.
- If there is a lot of fat in the bacon you may want to drain the fat off the onions and bacon. Add them to the casserole dish.
- Add paprika, salt, pepper and thyme and stir to combine. Dried mixed herbs or dried thyme will do.
- Finely chop the parsley and add half of it to the dish.
- Cover and bake in the oven at 170C/340F for 35 minutes.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, steam some cauliflower and/or broccoli or cook in the microwave.
- Stir the steamed vegetables into the casserole.
- Garnish with the reserved parsley.
CHICKEN SAUSAGE GNOCCHI SKILLET
A light-tasting dish with mild flavors that is quick to prepare as long as you prep the gnocchi in advance.
Provided by Dave Niezabitowski Sr.
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
- Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon onion and 1 teaspoon garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add sausage; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in broccoli.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter in another skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon onion, 2 teaspoons garlic, and flour; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in gnocchi.
- Combine sausage mixture and gnocchi mixture; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 138.4 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, Sodium 857.4 mg, Sugar 2 g
CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE SKILLET SUPPER
This is a great weeknight dish. Only one skillet to clean afterwards! I adapted this from a recipe that I found in Southern Living years ago. Of course you can use turkey or chicken sausage and it doesn't change the flavor. If I don't have any left-over chicken then I buy a roasted one from the store.
Provided by Leslulu
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil to medium heat in a large skillet and saute the sausage, onion and peppers for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the rice and Cajun seasoning.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes and cooked shredded chicken; cook, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 436.5, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 18.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality sausage for the best flavor. Look for sausage that is made with fresh, local ingredients and has a good fat content (at least 20%).
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large nonstick skillet instead. Just be sure to preheat the skillet over medium-high heat before adding the sausage and vegetables.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet. If you add too much sausage and vegetables at once, they will not cook evenly. Work in batches if necessary.
- Season the sausage and vegetables generously with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out their natural flavors.
- Cook the sausage and vegetables until they are browned and slightly crispy. This will give them a delicious caramelized flavor.
- Add the chickpeas and broth to the skillet and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chickpeas are heated through.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until it is wilted. This will only take a minute or two.
- Serve the sausage and chickpea skillet immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Conclusion:
This sausage and chickpea skillet is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is packed with flavor and protein, and it is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. Serve it with rice, quinoa, or your favorite bread for a complete meal.
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