One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta
Description
The One Pot Andouille Sausage Skillet Pasta features smoked andouille sausage sautéed with onions and garlic to develop a savory base. Adding chicken broth, diced tomatoes, milk, and elbow macaroni creates a cooking liquid that infuses the pasta with flavor as it simmers. The inclusion of pepper jack cheese adds a creamy texture with a gentle kick, balancing the dish's smoky and savory elements. The single-pot technique streamlines cooking and cleanup, making the dish practical for busy cooks.
The sausage and onion sauté brings out depth and aroma, while the gentle simmer softens the pasta and melds flavors. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the dish achieves a nuanced balance between spice and savory richness. Serve it fresh from the pot to enjoy the melted cheese at its creamy best and the sausage tender yet firm. This pasta works well as a standalone meal offering protein and starch in a comforting combination.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (12.8-ounce) package andouille sausage thinly sliced, smoked
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- ½ cup milk
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese shredded
Instructions
- 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.
- Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 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.
- Stir in cheese until melted, about 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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