Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a mouthwatering one-pan pasta dish that brings together the rich flavors of Italian sausage, tender rigatoni, and fresh spinach in a decadent tomato cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, this comforting meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those who crave deliciousness without spending hours in the kitchen. With a delightful blend of creamy textures and savory spices, this dish is sure to become a beloved favorite among your family and friends. Top it off with grated Parmesan cheese and serve alongside garlic bread for a complete dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz Italian sausage (crumbled)
- 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook crumbled sausage until browned (about 5 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Add uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil and cover; cook for 10-15 minutes or until rigatoni is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering uncovered if desired; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Mix well and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg