Description
This One Pan Cheesy Smoked Sausage & Pasta Recipe is a quick and satisfying dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. With a mix of smoked sausage, pasta, and a gooey cheese blend, it’s a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) penne pasta
- 12 oz (340 g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 410 g) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups (170 g) shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place your large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté the sausage: Once hot, add the sliced smoked sausage. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Add the uncooked penne pasta, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, and the cooked sausage back into the skillet. Stir everything together.
- Cover and cook: Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add cream and cheese: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to mix and match ingredients based on what you have. You can add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
Keywords: One Pan, Cheesy, Smoked Sausage, Pasta, Quick Dinner, Easy Recipe