Spicy Sausage Pasta
A hearty and flavorful dish that combines zesty sausage with creamy tomato sauce and perfectly cooked penne pasta, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb smoked sausage
- 1.5 cups diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 10 oz can Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chiles, Mild
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until smoking.
- Add the smoked sausage and diced onions to the skillet and cook for about four minutes until the onions are tender and lightly browned.
- Incorporate the minced garlic into the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and the can of Ro-Tel tomatoes and green chiles, followed by the heavy cream.
- Stir in the penne pasta, salt, and pepper, ensuring everything is well combined. Bring to a boil.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the pasta is cooked.
- Remove from heat, stir in half a cup of Monterey Jack cheese until melted, then top with the remaining cheese and scallions.
- Place the skillet under the broiler for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Notes
Serve directly from the skillet for a great presentation. Garnish with additional scallions and pair with a side salad or garlic bread.