Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta in One Pan Recipe
This creamy smoked sausage pasta is a delicious one-pan dinner that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Combining smoky sausage, tender bow tie pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want comfort food without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meat and Dairy
- 1 lb sliced smoked sausage
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half and half, or milk)
- 1.5 cups grated cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 cup diced onion
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (sliced)
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes
Pantry Items
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 2 cups chicken stock
Instructions
- Get prepped: Dice your onion, slice the sausage, mince the garlic, open the can of diced tomatoes, and slice the green onions to prepare all your ingredients for cooking.
- Cook onion, garlic, and brown sausage: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and diced onion, cooking until the onion begins to soften, about 1-2 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Season the mixture with 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Add pasta, tomatoes, and stock: Stir in 8 ounces of bow tie pasta, 14 ounces of diced tomatoes, 2 cups of chicken stock, and 1/2 cup heavy cream to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook covered for 15 minutes or until the pasta is tender and has absorbed much of the liquid.
- Finish with cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1.5 cups of grated cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined into the sauce. Replace the lid and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt completely.
- Serve and garnish: Stir the pasta well before scooping into bowls. Garnish with the sliced green onions for a fresh pop of flavor. Enjoy your creamy smoked sausage pasta!
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half and half or milk for a lighter version, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Use a large deep skillet or Dutch oven to have enough space for the pasta to cook evenly with the liquid.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
- For a spicier twist, add some red pepper flakes when cooking the sausage and onions.
- Gluten-free pasta can be used to make this recipe gluten free.
