One-Pot Smoked Sausage Pasta

This one-pot smoked sausage pasta is rich, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. It comes together in under 30 minutes with easy pantry ingredients.

Prep time

10 minutes

Cook time

20 minutes

Total time

30 minutes

Yield

4 servings

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

8 oz smoked sausage, sliced

1 small onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)

2 ½ cups chicken broth

8 oz penne pasta

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese (optional)

1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Brown Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until edges are golden, 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. Build Flavor: Add onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until fragrant.
3. Simmer Pasta: Stir in tomatoes, broth, pasta, sausage, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then simmer 10–12 minutes, stirring often.
4. Finish Sauce: Stir in cream and cheese if using. Mix until smooth.
5. Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

• Add more broth if pasta looks too dry.

• Swap in gluten-free pasta or turkey sausage.

• Leftovers last up to 4 days in fridge.