Description
One-Pot Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a quick and easy Italian-inspired recipe, combining tender rigatoni pasta, savory Italian sausage, and a rich creamy tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot meal is ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 12 oz uncooked rigatoni pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: freshly grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. - Add Aromatics:
Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. - Combine Pasta and Liquids:
Add rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, and tomato sauce. Stir to combine. - Cook the Pasta:
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente. - Add Spinach:
Stir in spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. - Season and Serve:
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- For added spice, use hot Italian sausage or extra red pepper flakes.
- Substitute spinach with kale or arugula if desired.
- Adjust sauce consistency with additional chicken broth or reserved pasta water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian