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Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli - Creamy One-Pan Dinner for Busy Nights

Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli

This creamy, savory Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Sausage and Broccoli is the ultimate easy comfort food. Ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients, it’s a weeknight winner that feels like a cozy hug on a plate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 oz cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 8 oz Italian sausage mild or spicy, removed from casing
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or dairy-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional, for spice
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley or basil optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add sausage and cook until browned and crisp. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add broccoli and cook 3–4 minutes until bright green.
  4. Pour in cream and stir in Parmesan cheese. Let simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Add sausage and tortellini back to the pan. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Garnish with parsley or basil and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream. You can swap sausage for chicken or use oat milk for a dairy-free version.