Sausage and Tortellini Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Sausage and Tortellini Skillet—a one-pan wonder that’s packed with bold flavors and creamy comfort! This easy 35-minute recipe combines savory Italian sausage, tender cheese tortellini, and a rich tomato cream sauce seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and just a hint of spice. Fresh baby spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition, while Parmesan cheese melts seamlessly into the sauce for a luxurious finish. Perfect for busy evenings, this hearty skillet meal requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it a family-favorite choice. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp green salad to round out this satisfying dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5–7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the cheese tortellini to the skillet and stir to combine. Cover the skillet and let the tortellini cook in the sauce for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.

Step 7

Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet along with the baby spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 8

Taste the dish and season with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2356.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4082.8

Total Fat 220.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 650.3mg	0%
Sodium 9710.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 39.8g
Protein 170.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1607.5mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 4010.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 33.9%