Pressure Cooker Ziti With Italian Chicken Sausage Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Heat the pressure cooker on saut茅 mode and cook the Italian chicken sausage until browned.
• STEP 2.Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pressure cooker and saut茅 until softened.
• STEP 3.Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 4.Add the ziti pasta and chicken broth to the pressure cooker, making sure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
• STEP 5.Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
• STEP 6.Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure and carefully open the lid.
• STEP 7.Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let the pasta sit for a few minutes to thicken the sauce.
• STEP 8.Serve the Pressure Cooker Ziti with Italian Chicken Sausage hot, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to brown the Italian chicken sausage well for added flavor.
• You can use any type of bell pepper you prefer, such as red, green, or yellow.
• Feel free to add some crushed red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat in your dish.
• If you prefer a creamier sauce, you can stir in some heavy cream or cream cheese at the end.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Pressure Cooker Ziti with Italian Chicken Sausage hot, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out.