Description
Creamy Smoked Turkey Sausage Pasta is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a hearty meal without the fuss. This one-pan dish combines tender bow tie pasta with savory smoked turkey sausage, juicy diced tomatoes, and a rich creamy sauce, all cooked to perfection in just 25 minutes. The blend of spices and flavors creates a comforting dish that pleases every palate, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and using simple pantry staples, this recipe ensures minimal clean-up while delivering maximum taste. Enjoy a delightful dinner experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked turkey sausage (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion (diced)
- 4 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Add sliced turkey sausage to the skillet and cook until lightly browned.
- Incorporate bow tie pasta into the mixture.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken stock; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream until combined, then gradually add grated cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with cracked pepper and salt; garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg