This Mediterranean Cheesy Sausage & Mushroom Pasta Supreme has a rich and cheesy texture. We prepare this pasta supreme with penne pasta, Mediterranean-style chicken sausage, mushrooms, garlic, onion, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, milk, extra virgin olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs. This pasta supreme contains approximately 42 g net carbs and 560 calories. We make this pasta supreme in just 45 minutes. This Mediterranean Cheesy Sausage & Mushroom Pasta Supreme is perfect for family dinners, weekend gatherings, potlucks, holiday meals, casual entertaining, and special occasions. We can refrigerate the pasta for up to 4 days and freeze it for up to 2 months, making it ideal for meal prep. You can serve this pasta supreme with Garlic Herb Focaccia, Mediterranean Greek Salad, Grilled Zucchini, Classic Hummus, or Sparkling Lemon Water.
STATS:
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian
- Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Portion Size: 1½ cups
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Method: Stovetop
- Difficulty Level: Easy
TOOLS:
- Pot
- Skillet
- Colander
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater
INGREDIENTS:
- Pasta
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp salt
- Water
- Meat
- 14 oz Mediterranean-style chicken
VEGETABLES:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup tomatoes
SAUCE:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
CHEESE:
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
SEASONINGS:
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- Quater tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Half tsp black pepper
GARNISH:
- 2 tbsp parsley
- Parmesan cheese
INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN SAUSAGE:
- We use chicken sausage because it adds savory Mediterranean taste and makes the dish light. You can also use turkey sausage, beef sausage, or plant-based sausage.
PENNE PASTA:
- Penne pasta is used because its shape holds the creamy cheese sauce perfectly. As a substitute, you can use rotini, rigatoni, fusilli, or whole wheat pasta.
MUSHROOMS:
- These will offer the indulgent taste & meaty texture in pasta. Alternatively, you can use button mushrooms, portobello mushrooms, or shiitake mushrooms.
GREEK YOGURT:
- It will make the sauce creamy and also offers protein and a slight tang. Instead, you can use light cream, ricotta cheese, or crème fraîche.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- It makes the dish creamy & cheesy and also provides nice stretch. You may substitute it with provolone, Monterey Jack, or Fontina cheese.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan adds a rich, nutty flavor that enhances the sauce. Utilize Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano instead as a substitute.
SUN-DRIED TOMATOES:
- They will offer a sweet & concentrated Mediterranean taste. Alternatively, you can use roasted cherry tomatoes or roasted Roma tomatoes.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil offers the dish its authentic Mediterranean taste and healthy fats. Add the avocado oil or butter instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In salted boiling water, we cook the pasta till al dente.
- Store half a cup of pasta water, then strain.
- Warm one tbsp. olive oil in a pan.
- Cook the sausage for almost six minutes, then eliminate.
- Include the leftover olive oil.
- Cook the onion for almost three minutes, then include mushrooms & cook for almost six minutes.
- Whisk in garlic and cook for about thirty seconds.
- Spread in milk and chicken broth.
- Slower the flame and whisk in Greek yogurt till smooth.
- Include the red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, basil, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Whisk in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
- Cook till spinach wilts.
- Include the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese and whisk till silky and melted.
- Put the sausage back in a pan and include cooked pasta and whisk till coated.
- Include reserved pasta water if required.
- Serve with additional Parmesan and parsley.
TIPS:
- We cook the pasta till just al dente.
- Cook the sausage completely for a perfect flavor.
- We utilize freshly grated cheese, as it melts more smoothly.
- Cook on a slow flame after including Greek yogurt.
- Use the stored pasta water to alter the consistency of sauce.
- Include fresh parsley and then serve for additional freshness.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREADS:
- Garlic Herb Focaccia
- Whole Wheat Ciabatta
- Rustic Olive Bread
- Rosemary Dinner Rolls
- Garlic Breadsticks
FRESH SALADS:
- Greek Salad
- Arugula Parmesan Salad
- Chickpea Cucumber Salad
- Spinach Olive Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Garlic Green Beans
- Lemon Roasted Broccoli
- Roasted Asparagus
- Herb-Roasted Eggplant
- Grilled Zucchini
MEDITERRANEAN APPETIZERS:
- Classic Hummus
- Tzatziki Dip
- Marinated Mixed Olives
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Roasted Red Pepper Dip
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Fresh Mint Iced Tea
- Cucumber Lime Water
- Pomegranate Spritzer
- Citrus Herbal Iced Tea
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the dish to a covered vessel and store it for longer than 2 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store this pasta supreme for approx. sixty days.
FAQs:
Could we prepare this pasta supreme vegetarian?
- Yes, you can use additional chickpeas and mushrooms or plant-based sausage.
Can we prepare this pasta supreme beforehand?
- Yes, you can chill it for more than twenty-four hours and then warm it up.
May we utilize different pasta?
- Yes, you can use farfalle, rotini, rigatoni, or fusilli.
Will we include other veggies?
- Yes, you can use bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, or kale.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 560 kcal
Sodium: 690 mg
Total Carbs: 46 g
Net Carbs: 42 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 5 g
Fat: 25 g
Protein: 31 g
Portion Size: 1½ cups