Looking for a quick, delicious family dinner? This Easy Spaghetti Napolitan is packed with fresh summer veggies and a sweet savory ketchup based sauce with caprese chicken sausage throughout. Topped with a fried egg for extra protein, it’s a kid-friendly meal you’ll want on your weekly rotation!
As a busy mom and teacher, summer is my time to reconnect with my family—and my kitchen! I’m always searching for meals that are quick, nutritious, and use up the bounty of summer produce.
This Easy Spaghetti Neapolitan checks all the boxes: it’s loaded with fresh veggies, comes together in about 30 minutes, and best of all, my kids absolutely love it. The secret star? Some leftover caprese chicken sausage I had in the fridge, which added a burst of flavor and protein.
And when we topped each plate with a fried egg, my kids declared it their new favorite dinner! Now, this recipe is officially in our weekly rotation.
why your family will love spaghetti Napolitan
- Quick & Easy. Ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy summer evenings.
- Veggie-Packed. A great way to use up fresh summer vegetables and sneak extra nutrition into your kids’ meals.
- Kid-Approved. The sweet, savory sauce and fun sausage slices are always a hit.
- Customizable. Swap in your favorite veggies or proteins—this recipe is super flexible!
- Protein Boost. The optional fried egg on top makes it extra filling and satisfying.
What is spaghetti neopolitan and where did it originate?
Spaghetti Neapolitan (or “Napolitan”) is a beloved Japanese pasta dish inspired by Italian flavors but uniquely Japanese in its sweet, ketchup-based sauce. Created in post-war Japan, it was originally made with pantry staples like ketchup, onions, and sausage—making it the ultimate comfort food. Today, it’s a family favorite across Japan and a fun twist on traditional spaghetti that’s perfect for busy families everywhere.
Shall we get started on this deliciously simple dish?
ingredients
To make this easy Spaghetti Napolitan recipe you’ll need a few ingredients that you can get at almost any grocery store or even online!
Here’s what we are working with:
- spaghetti
- olive oil
- onion, thinly sliced
- green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- mushrooms, sliced
- chicken sausages, sliced (or any cooked sausage including hotdogs)
- garlic
- ketchup
- tomato paste (optional, for richer flavor)
- Worcestershire sauce
- soy sauce
- brown sugar (to taste)
- butter
- eggs (optional, for frying)
- fresh sliced green onions, optional for serving
substitutions for this recipe
- Pasta: Use whole wheat, gluten-free, or even zucchini noodles.
- Protein: Swap chicken sausage for turkey sausage, ham, bacon, or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Veggies: Try zucchini, spinach, carrots, or corn instead of mushrooms or bell pepper.
- Sauce: Replace ketchup with tomato sauce or use BBQ sauce for a smoky twist.
- Dairy-Free: Skip the butter and use plant-based alternatives.
- Egg-Free: Omit the fried egg or use a vegan egg substitute.
how to make easy spaghetti napolitan
Cook the Pasta: Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Veggies & Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft. Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and sliced chicken sausage. Cook until veggies are tender and sausage is browned.
Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Combine: Toss in the cooked spaghetti and butter. Mix until everything is evenly coated and glossy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Fry the Eggs (Optional): In a separate pan, fry eggs to your liking.
Serve: Plate the spaghetti, top with a fried egg, sprinkle with fresh green onions. Enjoy!
can I meal prep spaghetti napolitan?
Absolutely! Spaghetti Napolitan can be easily meal prepped, and it actually tastes better when reheated because the flavors have more time to meld together. Meal prepping spaghetti neopolitan is a great way to save yourself precious time during busy weeks and ensure that you have a satisfying meal ready to go whenever you need it. Simply serve warmed with your favorite sides such as vegetables, bread, salad, or top with a fried egg.
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- DFDairy-Free
- GFGluten-Free
Ingredients
- 14 oz spaghetti
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3.5 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2-3 chicken sausages, sliced (or any cooked sausage including hotdogs)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste , optional, for richer flavor
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1-2 tsp brown sugar , to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- eggs , optional, for frying
- fresh sliced green onions, optional for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies & Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft. Add bell pepper, mushrooms, and sliced chicken sausage. Cook until veggies are tender and sausage is browned.
- Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Combine: Toss in the cooked spaghetti and butter. Mix until everything is evenly coated and glossy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fry the Eggs (Optional): In a separate pan, fry eggs to your liking.
- Serve: Plate the spaghetti, top with a fried egg, sprinkle with fresh green onions. Enjoy!
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SJT
Our whole family devoured this! Such a great recipe.