Pasta Skillet
Whip up a comforting, one-pan wonder with this irresistible Pasta Skillet recipe! Bursting with robust flavors, this dish combines tender pasta with savory ground Italian sausage, a medley of sweet bell peppers, and a rich, tomato-based sauce all simmered to perfection in a single skillet. Topped with gooey melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of fresh basil, it's a hassle-free dinner ready in just 40 minutes, including prep! Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty meal delivers restaurant-quality taste without the fuss and cleanup. Experience the magic of an easy pasta skillet recipe that satisfies every craving for a warm, cheesy, and flavorful family meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or deep sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and diced onion, cooking until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Season with dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the uncooked pasta.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and let the pasta cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender and cooked through.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta and cover the skillet again. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with fresh chopped basil, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 2172 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.3 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1023 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
