Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, a one-skillet meal that combines savory Italian sausage with a velvety sauce and fresh spinach. Perfect for any occasion, this delightful dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its comforting flavors and easy preparation, you can enjoy a satisfying dinner without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or pasta shapes for a personal touch!
Ingredients
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- 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 crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, then add tomato sauce and heavy cream. Mix well.
- Add uncooked rigatoni; ensure pasta is submerged and cover. Cook according to package instructions, about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In the last few minutes, fold in fresh spinach until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg