A comforting and wholesome pasta dish featuring flavorful chicken sausage, a rich tomato-based sauce, and nutritious spinach. This healthy dinner option strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and taste, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook rotini pasta according to package instructions.
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While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
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Slice chicken sausage into 1/4-inch pieces and cook in the air fryer for 6-7 minutes at 375°. Alternatively, cook the sausage in the saucepan alongside the garlic.
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Chop the sweet onion and add it to the saucepan. Cook until translucent.
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Add tomatoes and cook until they become soft enough to mash.
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Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cane sugar.
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Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender or mash it with a utensil for a chunkier texture.
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Add in spinach and cooked chicken sausage, and stir until spinach wilts.
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Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Toss until everything is well combined.