Skillet Pasta Dinner

Turn weeknight cooking into a stress-free delight with this one-pan Skillet Pasta Dinner, a hearty and flavorful recipe that's perfect for busy families. This comforting dish combines tender penne pasta, juicy ground Italian sausage, and a savory tomato broth, all cooked together in just one skillet for minimal cleanup. A touch of heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese adds a luxurious creaminess, while fresh baby spinach brings a pop of color and nutrition. With the bold flavors of Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic, this easy skillet pasta is a crowd-pleaser that's ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this recipe packs simplicity, flavor, and convenience in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground Italian sausage
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup, grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground Italian sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their liquid) and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, add the penne pasta to the skillet, stirring to ensure the pasta is fully submerged.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the pasta cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes or until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 10

Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until fully combined and creamy.

Step 11

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 12

Season the pasta with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2351.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3740.8

Total Fat 216.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 494.7mg	0%
Sodium 8356.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 145.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 895.2mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 3713.5mg	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: 52.4%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 32.0%