One Pot Creamy Sausage Rigatoni
A comforting one-pot meal featuring rigatoni pasta coated in a creamy sauce with savory sausage, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with juices, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Add the rigatoni, ensuring it’s submerged, boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh basil or extra cheese. This dish can be served with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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