One-Pot Spicy Sausage Rigatoni (Printable Version)

Spicy sausage and rigatoni in a rich tomato sauce, all cooked together for quick comfort.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
05 - 1 (24 ounce) jar tomato pasta sauce
06 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
07 - 3 cups rigatoni pasta, uncooked
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add spicy Italian sausage and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until thoroughly browned.
02 - Add onion to the sausage and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
03 - Pour in tomato pasta sauce and chicken broth. Mix until combined, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
04 - Stir in uncooked rigatoni, ensuring pasta is fully submerged in liquid.
05 - Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
06 - Uncover the pot. Stir in heavy cream, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan until cheeses melt and sauce is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
07 - Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the pasta and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pot which means easy cleanup
  • Bold flavors with a spicy kick loved by adults and adventurous kids
  • Ready in about thirty five minutes and perfect for hectic weeknights
  • Requires just a handful of common grocery items
02 -
  • High in protein thanks to hearty sausage
  • Sauce becomes creamier as leftovers rest
  • Great for feeding a crowd and perfect for potlucks
03 -
  • Pick bronze cut rigatoni for luxe mouthfeel
  • Freshly grated parmesan really lifts the entire dish
  • Try combining milder and spicy sausage for complexity
  • Let sausage brown until deeply caramelized for maximum flavor
  • Use a heavy bottomed pot to avoid sticking and uneven cooking
  • Taste as you go The red pepper flakes can quickly build heat

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