When it comes to quick and comforting meals, nothing beats this creamy One-Pot Tortellini. It’s loaded with tender cheese-filled tortellini, flavorful Italian sausage, and a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is a perfect balance of hearty protein, vibrant veggies, and indulgent pasta, all cooked in just one pan for easy cleanup. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy family dinner, this dish is always a hit!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy and Quick: Everything comes together in one pan, saving time and dishes.
- Comforting Flavors: Creamy, cheesy, and savory—this dish has it all.
- Customizable: Add more veggies, swap the sausage for chicken, or adjust the spices to make it your own.
- Crowd-Pleasing: Perfect for feeding the family or impressing guests.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Tortellini: The star of the dish, bringing cheesy, tender bites.
- Italian Sausage: Adds a savory and slightly spicy flavor.
- Veggies: Spinach, onion, shallots, and red pepper create a flavorful base.
- Creamy Sauce: Made with a combination of heavy cream and broth for a luscious texture.
- Seasonings: Garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper bring the dish to life.
- Parmesan Cheese: Finishes the dish with a cheesy, nutty touch.
How to Make Creamy One Pot Tortellini
- Cook the Sausage: Start by browning the sausage until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the same pan, sauté shallots, onion, red pepper, and garlic until fragrant.
- Combine Everything: Add the tortellini, sausage, broth, and cream. Bring to a boil, then stir in the spinach and seasonings.
- Simmer and Finish: Cook until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens. Fold in grated Parmesan and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Creamy One Pot Tortellini
- Use fresh tortellini for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more or less liquid based on your preference.
- Don’t skip the Parmesan—it adds richness and depth to the dish.
Reheating and Storage
Storage: Allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Reheating: Warm leftovers in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or broth to loosen the sauce. You can also microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between to ensure even heating.
This Creamy One Pot Tortellini is a recipe you’ll return to again and again. It’s creamy, comforting, and endlessly versatile—perfect for any occasion. Whip it up tonight and enjoy a delicious dinner without the hassle!
Creamy One Pot Tortellini
This Creamy One Pot Tortellini combines cheesy pasta, savory sausage, and a creamy spinach sauce for the ultimate comfort meal. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave something hearty and satisfying!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 20 oz five cheese tortellini pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup red pepper chopped
- 1/4 cup shallot chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic minced or paste
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, add some olive oil and ground Italian sausage.
- Using a the utensil of your choice, break up the sausage into small pieces and cook until golden brown.
- This should take 4-6 minutes. Once cooked remove from pan and set aside.
- Into the same pan, add shallots, onion, red peppers and garlic. Allow to sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add back the cooked sausage and the five cheese tortellini.
- Stir to combine to pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Once it comes to a boil add chopped spinach, season with salt, pepper and oregano.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes or for the instructed amount of time based on the pasta you’re using.
- Fold in some freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the pasta is tender removed from heat.
- Serve immediately and top with more parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Crispy Beef Udon Noodles
Crispy beef udon noodles are a quick and delicious option using instant fresh udon noodles. Packed with fresh flavors and extra creamy.
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 14 oz instant fresh udon noodles
- 8 oz ground beef
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp green onion
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or tahini
- 1 tbsp crispy chili oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
Crispy Beef
- In a pan over medium high heat at in ground beef and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook meat until it browns breaking into pieces.
- Once browned add in 1 tbsp green onion and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
- Continue to cook until beef is crispy. Once crispy set aside.
- In a serving bowl add in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, peanut butter, crispy chili oil, sesame oil, garlic, parsley and green onion.
- Mix until thoroughly combined and set aside.
- Cook udon noodles according to packaging.
- Once cooked add the sauce and top with crispy beef, green onion, parsley and sesame seeds.
- Toss the noodles and sauce together until well coated and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!