Easy to throw it all together and let it cook in the Instant Pot.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup sliced onion
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers, any color
- 1 (12 ounce) package Italian-style chicken sausage links, or more to taste, casings removed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 3 cups chopped fresh spinach, or more to taste
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
Directions
Step 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add oil and allow to heat. Add onion and peppers to hot oil; cook until they begin to get tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add sausages and cook, breaking them up with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add marinara sauce, water, spinach, pasta, basil, and Italian seasoning; mix to combine. Cancel Saute function.
Step 2
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Step 3
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 5 minutes. Then release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese until combined. Serve with remaining cheese sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 786 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat36g | 46% |
Saturated Fat13g | 65% |
Cholesterol59mg | 20% |
Sodium1738mg | 76% |
Total Carbohydrate86g | 31% |
Dietary Fiber9g | 34% |
Total Sugars21g | |
Protein32g | |
Vitamin C36mg | 180% |
Calcium362mg | 28% |
Iron6mg | 33% |
Potassium1226mg | 26% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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