Spanish-Style Noodles with Chicken and Sausage

Name: Spanish-Style Noodles with Chicken and Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch chunks; 1/2 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, cut into 1/2-inch chunks; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 medium onions, diced; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 bay leaves; 3/4 cup tomato puree; 12 ounces spaghetti, broken into 3-inch pieces; Grated manchego or parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
3/4 cup tomato puree
12 ounces spaghetti, broken into 3-inch pieces
Grated manchego or parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)

1
Bring a large kettle or pot of water to a boil.
2
Season the chicken and sausage with 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and the marjoram.
3
Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over high heat.
4
Add the chicken and sausage and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
5
Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
6
Add the onions, garlic, bay leaves and tomato puree to the pot.
7
Reduce the heat and cook, stirring, until the oil turns deep red and the onions are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
8
If the onions are sticking, add a splash of water and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
9
Add the spaghetti to the onion mixture and stir-fry until golden, about 6 minutes.
10
Add the chicken and sausage and enough boiling water to cover the pasta by 1/2 inch.
11
Simmer, stirring once or twice, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
12
Season with salt and pepper and garnish with cheese, if desired.
13
Per serving: Calories 776; Fat 36 g (Saturated 8 g); Cholesterol 102 mg; Sodium 1,600 mg; Carbohydrate 76 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 30 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch chunks, 1/2 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, cut into 1/2-inch chunks, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano, and more.

Yes, Spanish-Style Noodles with Chicken and Sausage falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!