Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite
Looking for a warm, comforting dish to embrace the flavors of fall? This Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is your answer! In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a delightful meal that features roasted butternut squash, sautéed Brussels sprouts, and savory sausage. The combination of these ingredients creates a hearty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal cleanup thanks to its one-skillet preparation, this recipe is designed to bring everyone together around the table. Plus, it’s easy to customize based on your preferences. Ready to savor the tastes of autumn? Let’s get started!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Autumn/Fall
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 340 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 225 g bow tie pasta
- 340 g cooked chicken sausage (as alternative)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast until crispy.
- On another baking sheet, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast until tender.
- Cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown sliced chicken sausage until crispy; set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add butter and reserved pasta along with seasonings.
- Combine roasted vegetables and sausage into the skillet; gently mix everything together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg