Description
This One Pan Tortellini with Sausage is a quick and flavorful Italian-inspired dish perfect for busy weeknights. Creamy cheese tortellini is simmered with savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a rich tomato-cream sauce, all cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Aromatics
- 11 ounces Italian sausages, crumbled (casings removed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
Main Ingredient
- 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
Vegetables and Seasoning
- 2 cups loosely packed fresh baby spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese, optional, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: Remove the sausage meat from the casings and crumble it into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary, then keep the sausage in the pan.
- Add aromatics and liquids: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, and heavy cream, stirring to combine all the ingredients well.
- Add tortellini: Add the refrigerated cheese tortellini to the skillet, ensuring the tortellini are fully submerged in the sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Finish with spinach and season: Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Season the dish with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Serve: Plate the tortellini and sausage mixture, garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired, and serve hot for a comforting and delicious meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, though sauce may be less creamy.
- Use spicy Italian sausage if you prefer a bit of heat in the dish.
- Fresh tortellini can also be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- To make it gluten-free, choose gluten-free tortellini options.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.
