One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1package smoked andouille sausage
12.8-ounce
- 1onion
diced
- 3 clovegarlic
minced
- 2 cchicken broth
- 1can diced tomatoes
14.5-ounce
- ½ cmilk
- 8 ozelbow macaroni
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cpepper jack cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add sausage and onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until sausage is lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes, milk and pasta; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked through, about 12-14 minutes.
- 4
Stir in cheese until melted, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Serve immediately.
One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, flavorful meal without a mountain of dishes? This One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta delivers big on taste with minimal fuss, perfect for busy weeknights when you need a comforting dish in a flash. You'll love how effortlessly this satisfying meal comes together.
The brilliance of this One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta is in its name: everything, even the elbow macaroni, cooks together in a single pan. This genius method means the pasta absorbs all the rich, savory flavors from the smoked andouille sausage, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth as it simmers, creating a deeply integrated and satisfying taste experience. Plus, cleanup is a breeze!
You can expect a robust and comforting dish bursting with smoky, slightly spicy flavors from the andouille sausage and a wonderfully creamy finish from the melted pepper jack cheese. The elbow macaroni cooks to a perfect tender bite right in the savory liquid, soaking up every bit of goodness to become incredibly flavorful. This skillet pasta offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a truly satisfying meal that feels indulgent but comes together with surprising simplicity.
Want to make it your own? Swap andouille sausage for another pre-cooked smoked sausage like kielbasa if you prefer a milder flavor profile. If pepper jack cheese isn't to your taste or available, shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack would also create a wonderfully creamy and cheesy finish. For a touch of green, you could stir in a handful of fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking.
This hearty skillet pasta is a fantastic weeknight dinner, perfect for feeding the family or when you need a comforting meal in about 30 minutes. Serve it simply, perhaps with a crisp green salad or some warm crusty bread to soak up any extra delicious sauce.