What is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?

It is an Italian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.

What is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage made of?

The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Chopped Spinach, Fresh Basil, Italian Chicken Sausage, Italian Seasoning. The full list of 12 is above.

What goes well with Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?

Explore these Italian side-dish recipes. Noni’s Fennel Taralli Parmesan-Garlic Breadsticks Pepperoni Rolls Stephanie's Make-Ahead Spaghetti Sauce for the Freezer

How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?

About 55 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 661.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage easy to make?

This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.

Is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage healthy?

Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 661.01 calories and 38.98 g of protein, or 78% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1662.85 mg (72% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 11.86 g (59% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 8.54 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage

Name: Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup Bell Pepper; 3 cups Chopped Spinach; 1 tbsp Fresh Basil; 12 oz Italian Chicken Sausage; 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning; 26 oz Marinara Sauce; 2 cloves Minced Garlic; 1.5 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 cup Onion; 10 oz Penne Pasta; 1 cup Shredded Cheese Blend; 3 cups Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹 High-Protein 💪Halal 🕌

Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage brings tender pasta together with juicy Italian-style chicken sausage, sweet peppers, and a rich marinara sauce. Wilted spinach and a melty Italian cheese topping round it out with savory depth and a creamy finish—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or casual get-together.

Prep30 mins
Cook25 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

53 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 50 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 31 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 92 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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30
Heart Health: 43
Metabolic: 56
Digestive: 28
Inflammatory: 53
Performance: 55
General Wellness

1

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute function. Add oil and let it heat. Add the onion and peppers to the hot oil; cook until they start to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the sausages and cook, breaking them up with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the marinara sauce, water, spinach, pasta, basil, and Italian seasoning; stir to combine. Cancel the Saute function.
2

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
3

Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Then carefully release the remaining pressure using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese until combined. Serve with the remaining cheese sprinkled on top.

About This Recipe

Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage is an Italian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bell Pepper, Chopped Spinach, Fresh Basil, and Italian Chicken Sausage. Each serving provides about 661.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?: It is an Italian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage made of?: The main ingredients are Bell Pepper, Chopped Spinach, Fresh Basil, Italian Chicken Sausage, Italian Seasoning. The full list of 12 is above.
What goes well with Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?: Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
Noni’s Fennel Taralli
Parmesan-Garlic Breadsticks
Pepperoni Rolls
Stephanie's Make-Ahead Spaghetti Sauce for the Freezer
How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage?: About 55 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 661.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage easy to make?: This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
Is Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage healthy?: Pressure Cooker Penne with Italian Sausage has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 661.01 calories and 38.98 g of protein, or 78% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1662.85 mg (72% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 11.86 g (59% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 8.54 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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