Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: A Quick, Indulgent One-Pan Delight
This creamy sausage rigatoni is a quick and indulgent one-pan dish that combines rich flavors with convenience, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until wilted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, substitute chicken sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, One-Pan Recipe, 30-Minute Meal