I am so excited to share this cheesy sausage skillet with you today! One pot meals are my favorite, and this one has just topped the list! Savory smoked sausage, creamy melted cheese, fragrant garlic, onions and tomatoes…all come together in a one skillet meal that is sure to please everyone in the family!
The best part is it takes only about 20 minutes from start to finish. These one pot meals have become my go-to weeknight dinners. Pair with a salad and you’re good to go!
I love smoked sausage, and it was perfect paired with the other flavors in this recipe. I can’t wait to create some more! I took advantage of the #Buy3Save3 deal at Vons and saved $3 when I bought three packages of Hillshire Farm meat. I’ve got two more packages and another recipe I’m itching to test out, so be sure to be on the lookout! You can get your own $3 coupon by visiting the Safeway Just for U website.
MY LATEST VIDEOSThe steps for this recipe are quick and easy. Saute your Hillshire Farm Smoked Turkey Sausage with some onion and garlic, then add tomatoes, pasta, cream, chicken broth and seasons. It only takes about 15 minutes to cook – add some cheese and you’re good to go!
A lot of people ask what pan I use. I use my Simply Calphalon Nonstick 5-qt. Sauté Pan. It’s a great non-stick pan, it’s held up fabulously for years, and clean up is a snap! I recently purchased a Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless Steel 12″ Everyday Pan
and that one is just as fabulous. Both are perfect for my one pot meals.
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*Adapted from Kevin & Amanda and America’s Test Kitchen Simple Recipes Cookbook.
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On Pan Cheesy Smoked Sausage & Pasta Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Hillshire Farm Smoked Turkey Sausage, sliced
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (about two fresh cloves)
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- 8 oz dry pasta (any small pasta will do)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, each
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped scallions, for garnish
Instructions
- Add olive oil to a 4-5 quart saute pan over medium high heat. Add onions and sausage and cook until lightly browned. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, tomatoes, milk, pasta, and seasonings. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
- Turn off the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover for about five minutes to allow cheese to melt. Top with sliced scallions and serve.
- Makes about 4 servings.
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Didn’t have a can of tomatoes, so added a peeled chopped tomato. Worked well. This recipe a keeper.
Would this work in a pressure cooker? If so, how long would I put it in for? Thanks in advance.
I’ve never tried it in a pressure cooker so it would be difficult for me to make a recommendation. Sorry!
I have made this several times and love it!
I made this tonight for supper and it was absolutely delicious and so easy. I did add about a tablespoon of Worcestershire and a teaspoon of dried thyme because those are 2 of my favorite seasonings and I knew they would be great in this. When I got it all done, I realized I had forgotten to add the cheese but it tasted so delicious as is that I decided to leave it out and save some calories. The turkey sausage gives it such amazing flavor and it was so simple to make. I will be making this again many times Im sure. Thanks for the fantastic recipe !!!!
8oz dry pasta? A box of pasta is 16oz… could I use the entire box and double the recipe?
Yes, you could!
Oops I add the whole box will see how it comes out
I am going to make this tonight. Looks delicious! I going to use what I have in the freezer which is JOHNSONVILLE HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE LINKS. I hope it will be just as delicious as your Turkey sausage.
Italian sausage is definitely a different flavor than smoke, but I think it will still taste great. Let me know how it turns out!
I made it for my family tonight and everyone loved it. So fast to put together. I noticed a little more liquid in the pot than I expected but that didn’t deter us, we just served it in bowls. I probably will limit the chicken stock a little next time. SO DELICIOUS!!
You can always spoon out any extra liquid before serving. Glad you love it!
I had this same problem. It was really good, but it did come out very soupy. I think I’ll try making it with only 1 cup of chicken broth instead of two. I’m making this again tonight!
Do you drain the can of tomatoes before adding?
No, there’s a lot of flavor there!
Could you substitute beef broth for the chicken?
Absolutely!
I’ve made this dish many times and it’s always good. I always use andouille sausage and it works very well too. I think just about any sausage would work.
This meal was awesome and super easy!!!!!!!
This dish is amazing! Added a little steamed asparagus, the family devoured it. Thank you for sharing!
Will cheddar cheese work instead of cheddar-jack?
Sure! The jack is much milder but I think that swap would be fine.
Wow! My hubby is usually pretty non-commital about pasta dishes, and he loved this! I made a couple changes..
I doubled the recipe and used 2 (13.5 oz) packages of Johnsonville andouille smoked sausage and one 14.5 oz can of fire roasted tomatoes & juice. I also added Emeril’s Essence for some added spice- but you could use any good creole or cajun seasoning….If you’re watching salt intake, I’d reduce the amount due to the sodium content of most seasoning blends.
We loved this. My husband tells me it’s a definite keeper. Thanks for the great recipe!
Tried this recipe out tonight and loved it!
Made some changes like using fresh tomato instead of canned, added mushrooms, some cayenne pepper for a bit of a kick, and subbed the sausage out for cheddar smokies. Saving this one for sure!
We love this recipe and make it all the time.
I’m wondering if you have any tips for freezing it? Can the finished recipe be frozen? and if so, what temp and how long to bake it?
Any help would be greatly appreciated! 🙂
Thanks again for the recipe.
Can I freeze this?
I haven’t tried freezing it, but freezing anything with cheese can be iffy.
I have had this pinned for a couple years and I make it regularly. It has become one of my family’s staples. We love the recipe just as it is. Of course doubled for leftovers and lunches 🙂
I made this exactly like the way it says to make it and it turned out so good. We will be having this again.
What if I have a picky eater who doesn’t like tomatoes? I was thinking I would add some diced peppers. But do I need to add some extra liquid since I won’t have the tomato juice?
Tomatoes really add a lot of flavor. I would definitely add some water or more broth, but not too much. Hard to advise because I haven’t made it that way.
Great recipe! Do you know how many calories are in each serving?
Has anyone added broccoli to this ?
I haven’t, but I think it would be a great addition.I would maybe add it during that last several minutes unless you like it on the softer side.
Can I use sundried tomatoes instead of diced?
You could, but you’d have to increase the liquid. I haven’t tried this so I can’t say by how much. Let me know if you try it – sounds yummy!
Just tried this tonight, and it was a hit! Definitely going in the normal rotation! My 9 yo step daughter really enjoyed it – I nixed the tomatoes and onions as she doesn’t like them, but I did use onion powder instead. So yummy! Thank you for a quick, easy, and tasty dinner the whole family loves!
I made this today with Italian sweet sausage and it was amazing!!
Definetly one to add to the recipe book!!
Just wanted to say Thanks. I have made this recipe several time now and the family loves it. I do reserve some of the juice from the diced tomatoes as sometimes it’s a little soupier than I like. It’s easy and delicious.
Hi there. What would you do differently if you’re using cooked pasta? Thx
You’d have to make the sauce separately, but that would be a completely different recipe.
This recipe is so easy and delicious. My whole family loves it! I made it lactose for my husband by substituting lactose free milk and leaving out the cheese and it was great. Thank you for posting this recipe.
OMG! THE. BOMB.COM! Just made this and it was DELISH! So easy. Making again.
Made this last night. The recipe was simple and the cook time was great. It was so delicious that I’m having the leftovers for breakfast!!
This is a favorite at my house. I like to add a little more kick to it by using a can of Ro-Tel in place of the diced tomatoes.
This was a great recipe! I actually subbed parboiled brown rice for the pasta and used a vegetarian sausage. Thanks so much for posting – hubs and I give it all the thumbs up!
Is the chicken broth used to soften noodles?
It cooks the pasta.