Description
This One Pot Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a creamy cheese sauce, it’s a family favorite!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (4 ounce) can green chilis
- 2 1/2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (such as colby jack)
Instructions
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook butter, sausage, onion, and green pepper for 5-6 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Cook Pasta: Add chicken stock, tomatoes, green chilis, and pasta. Boil uncovered for 15-18 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish Dish: Reduce heat, stir in cream and cheese until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Any type of shortcut pasta will work in this recipe.
- Feel free to use different types of sausage like kielbasa, chicken, or hot sausages for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
