Description
Dive in the comfort of a creamy, savory One-Pot Orecchiette Pasta with Sausage. This dish combines the richness of Italian sausage, the freshness of spinach, and the delightful chewiness of orecchiette pasta, all cooked in one pot for an easy and delicious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe promises minimal cleanup and maximum flavor!
Ingredients
1 lb ground Italian sausage (or links, casings removed)
1 diced medium onion
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp salt
½ tsp Italian seasoning
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
¾ lb (340g) uncooked orecchiette pasta
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Brown the Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. If using links, remove the casings before cooking. Break up the sausage into small pieces as it cooks.
Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and Italian seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked orecchiette pasta to the pot. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Incorporate the Spinach: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the chopped fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
Finish with Cheese: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired. Enjoy the creamy, savory goodness!
Notes
Consistent Stirring: Stir the pasta occasionally while it cooks to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Keep an eye on the pasta to ensure it reaches the perfect al dente texture.
Protein Options: Swap the Italian sausage for ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.
Greens Galore: Substitute spinach with kale, arugula, or Swiss chard for a different twist.
Cream Alternatives: For a lighter version, use half-and-half or evaporated milk instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
