Sausage Pasta Skillet: A Deliciously Easy Weeknight Meal
A simple and satisfying sausage pasta skillet that is perfect for busy weeknights. Delicious, hearty, and easy to make!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, then add the pasta and spinach; stir until spinach wilts.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, use hot Italian sausage.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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