Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory Italian sausage with a luscious creamy tomato sauce that envelops perfectly cooked rigatoni. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a hearty meal that pleases both adults and kids alike. With customizable flavors and minimal cleanup, this one-pan wonder is sure to become a family favorite. Add fresh spinach for a nutritious touch and enjoy every comforting bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Adjust consistency if needed by simmering uncovered for a few more minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg