Ingredients
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8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
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1 lb sausage (Italian or spicy), sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
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1 small zucchini, sliced
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1 small red onion, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 cup honey
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2–3 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
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1/2 cup chicken broth or pasta cooking water
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Cook Pasta:
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Cook Sausage:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
Sauté Veggies:
In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed. Add garlic, red onion, bell peppers, and zucchini. Cook until veggies are tender, about 5-6 minutes.
Make Sauce:
Return sausage to skillet. Stir in honey, sriracha, and chicken broth (or reserved pasta water). Mix well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Combine:
Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated with sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.