Description
Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that brings comfort to any dinner table. This delightful recipe features tender penne pasta enveloped in a velvety cream sauce, complemented by the savory notes of smoked sausage, which can be substituted with chicken or turkey for a lighter option. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions when you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or bell peppers, and enjoy a family-friendly meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage (or chicken/turkey sausage), sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add smoked sausage and cook until browned (5–7 minutes). Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent.
- Reduce heat to low; pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce mixture until well coated. Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg