Creamy Sausage and Peppers Pasta Recipe is a must-try!
This Creamy Sausage and Peppers Pasta is rich, hearty, and packed with bold Italian flavors. With tender pasta, sizzling sausage, sweet bell peppers, and a silky garlic cream sauce, this one-pan meal is weeknight comfort food at its best.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
8 oz uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
1 small onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes.
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Add the chopped onion and sliced bell peppers. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, or until vegetables are soft and slightly caramelized.
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Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
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Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Stir and let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes, until slightly thickened.
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Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and optional Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
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For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
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You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for a lighter option.
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Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes of simmering for extra veggies.
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This dish reheats well—just add a splash of broth or cream when warming up.