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Italian Drunken Noodles Bold & Spicy Pasta Recipe

Italian Drunken Noodles Bold & Spicy Pasta You’ll Love

Enjoy a vibrant and bold Italian Drunken Noodles dish that fuses comfort with spice, making it a must-try recipe for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces wide pappardelle noodles or fettuccine, can substitute with gluten-free pasta
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Italian turkey sausage can substitute with pork, chicken, or vegetarian sausage
For Sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can replace with vegetable oil
For the Veggies
  • 1 each red bell pepper can mix with yellow and orange bell peppers
  • 1 each yellow bell pepper
  • 1 each orange bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion can substitute with shallots or green onions
For Flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic fresh is highly recommended
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to suit spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning can substitute with mixed dried herbs
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup white grape juice or dry white wine, can substitute with chicken broth
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes any canned tomatoes will work
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil dried basil can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast for a vegan option

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add your wide pappardelle noodles and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water. Set aside the noodles while you prepare the sauce.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the Italian turkey sausage, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through, then transfer it to a plate, letting the flavorful fats remain in the pan.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers, stirring occasionally for about 5-6 minutes until they become tender. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the white grape juice (or dry white wine) to deglaze the skillet, scraping the browned bits off the bottom for extra flavor. Let this simmer for about 2-3 minutes until it reduces slightly. Stir in the low-sodium chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Return the browned sausage to the skillet and allow the sauce to simmer for 8-10 minutes. Afterward, toss in the cooked noodles and reserved pasta water as needed, stirring well to combine.
  6. Finally, stir in freshly chopped basil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil and cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Great for meal prep; you can cook and store it ahead of time for quick meals.

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