Indulge your senses with a dish that combines the heartiness of basil pesto linguine with the bold flavors of chicken andouille sausage and ripe, juicy tomatoes.
This delightful fusion of ingredients creates a symphony of taste that dances on your palate, just like this Orecchiette With Andouille Sausage & Pesto Chipotle Sauce.
The al dente linguine, perfectly coated in a vibrant, aromatic basil pesto, serves as a lush canvas for the succulent slices of spicy chicken andouille sausage, each bite bursting with a smoky richness.
Tender, sun-kissed cherry tomatoes add a refreshing brightness, their juices mingling harmoniously with the pesto to create a luscious sauce that clings lovingly to every strand of pasta.
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This culinary masterpiece, rooted in Italian cuisine yet infused with a Southern twist, invites you to savor each mouthful, transporting you to a sun-drenched terrace where the flavors of summer come alive.
Basil Pesto Linguine With Chicken Andouille Sausage And Tomatoes
1/2 pound linguine, cook according to package instructions
1 pound chicken breast, skinless, boneless, cut in 1/2 inch chunks
2 chicken andouille sausage links (already cooked), remove casing, chopped
1 cup basil pesto – Find Recipe HERE
15 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
Sprinkle chopped chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Next add the chopped chicken Andouille sausage, continue cooking until warmed, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the drained linguine to the skillet with the sausage and tomatoes followed by the pesto sauce and toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Plate and serve with Parmesan cheese (optional).
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Chicken andouille sausage? All I have ever bought is Andouille smoked pork sausage. I googled what stores have it where I live and Sam’s Club and Walmart have it. I am buying it next time we go to Sam’s Club. Thank you!
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I just had this last night, only with shrimp. 🙂
Sounds delicious – I make a Tortellini Primavera with Cajun Shrimp 😋
YUM!!!!!