Description
This Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni is creamy, savory, and incredibly comforting! Featuring tender rigatoni pasta, garlic sausage, and a homemade Alfredo sauce with a hint of Parmesan, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Every bite brings a mouthful of rich flavors and delightful textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 garlic sausage links, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic sausage and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine: Add the cooked rigatoni and browned sausage back into the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot!
Notes
- Pasta Tips: For best results, cook rigatoni until al dente to maintain a firm texture that holds the sauce well.
- Substitutions: Use Italian or spicy sausage for extra flavor or substitute rigatoni with penne or ziti if preferred.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of cream or milk to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Global Flavors
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American