Sausage, Broccoli&Tortellini One-Pot is a fabulous dish that whips up in less than half an hour. The flavorful seasonings make it awesome.
I just adore one-pot recipes that I can make in one pan. Lovely dishes can be made super quick, with minimal effort, and with no mess. This easy one-pot sausage, broccoli & tortellini recipe is just perfect. It is ready in about 30 minutes and can serve a nice weeknight dinner. Sausage, broccoli & tortellini one-pot recipe is helpful if you are in a hurry and need to quickly get a meal on a table.
This recipe is from my preferences as it already includes all you need – meat, vegetables, and cheese. What more can you crave? And the main reason I love this recipe is that my kids eat it without any questions. The flavor of smoked sausages reminds them of the taste of hot dogs – and do you know kids that do not like hot dogs?!
Using tortellini is another reason to make this simple one-pot dish. Tortellini are done in minutes and add some extra cheese flavor to the dish.
What makes Sausage, Broccoli & Tortellini One-pot so tasty?
What makes Sausage, Broccoli & Tortellini One-pot so tasty? The answer is – the lovely combination of all of the ingredients. The pork sausages are spicy, salty, juicy, and hearty. The broccoli is fresh and crunchy. The spinach, along with broccoli, is full of benefits and vitamins. The tortellini is cheesy, chewy, and flavorful. The stock plays a role of a nice sauce. And Parmesan cheese the final note that blend all flavors.
I love tortellini, as they cook fast and pairs with many ingredients, from meat to vegetables. It can be a core ingredient for soups, main dishes, and even vegetarian dishes. That is the reason I always have them in my pantry.
So, sausage, as I previously told, is my kid’s favorite ingredient. To make them eat, I have to invent recipes with their favorites. And broccoli and spinach, this is for my husband and me. Recently vegetables have become indispensable in our menu.
Sausage, broccoli & tortellini one-pot is a very versatile recipe, and you can add or skip whatever you want. However, my favorite combination is the one I am sharing with you today.
I have tried significant variations of this recipe for years. Vegetable mix, squash, zucchini, bell peppers, baby carrots, green beans, cauliflower, kale – all these veggies pairs tasty in this recipe.
What is the best pan to use?
What is the best pan to use?As for me, the perfect kitchenware for a one-pan meal is a 10 or 12-inch skillet with a high edge, wok pan, or Dutch Oven pan (kind of cast iron cauldron). For most recipes, you will need to cover it with a lid. So if you are looking to buy a new pan, grab the one with a top. Also, the one non-stick is preferable.
How to make Sausage, Broccoli & Tortellini One-pot?
There is nothing easier than making a delicious one-pot recipe. Just combine all ingredients gradually in a skillet… and voila!
Heat the oil in a large pan with high edges over medium heat. Meanwhile, remove the skin from the sausages and send them to the pan. With a spatula, break the meat up. If you crave this dish spicy, sprinkle some chili flakes. Stirring regular saute until the meat is crisp and golden brown around the edges. Add broccoli and tortellini. Sprinkle some garlic powder and pour one cup of broth. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid. Saute until broccoli and tortellini are cooked through and the liquid evaporates.
When all ingredients are almost cooked, stir in spinach and saute for two more minutes. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with a good amount of Parmesan cheese. Gently combine and taste for seasoning. As for me, there is no salt or pepper necessary for this recipe. There is enough seasoning going on in the ingredients.
Serve this outstanding sausage, broccoli & tortellini one-pot dish warm. For fresh touch, garnish the plate with fresh basil and enjoy.
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Can I make this healthier?
Definitely, you can make this recipe even more healthy! Sausage, broccoli & tortellini one-pot recipe is comfort food that will not harm your figure. However, you can make it more nutritious. Substitute the sausages with chicken or turkey breast. Also, you can skip tortellini or just add less.
What to serve on the side?
What to serve on the side?Sausage, broccoli & tortellini one-pot is a hearty dish that can be served as it is. It contains all you need for a nutritious meal: protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Yet you can pair this easy one-pot dish with a light salad. So if you are looking for a lovely salad, try one of these:
- Magic Raw Beetroot Salad
- Raw Zucchini Ribbon With Tofu
- Healthy Spinach Avocado Salad
- Spring Vegan Chickpea Salad With Radish
- Mixed Greens Salad With Apricot Vinaigrette
- Cabbage Salad With Carrot And Cucumber
Sausage, Broccoli&Tortellini One-Pot
Equipment
- skillet with a high edge
Ingredients
- 5 pork sausages
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
- 1/2 head broccoli chopped into small florets
- 10 oz tortellini
- 1 cup broth
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan with high edges over medium heat. Meanwhile, remove the skin from the sausages and send them to the pan. With a spatula, break the meat up. If you crave this dish spicy, sprinkle some chili flakes. Stirring regular saute until the meat is crisp and golden brown around the edges.
- Add broccoli and tortellini. Sprinkle some garlic powder and pour one cup of broth. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid. Saute until broccoli and tortellini are cooked through and the liquid evaporates.
- Stir in spinach and saute for two more minutes. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with a good amount of Parmesan cheese. Gently combine and taste for seasoning.
