Are you craving a delicious, hassle-free meal that combines hearty sausage, earthy mushrooms, and nutritious spinach in one incredible dish? Get ready to revolutionize your weeknight dinner routine with this mouthwatering One Pot Mushroom Sausage Spinach recipe that promises maximum flavor with minimum cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that will have your family begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb sausage, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup pasta
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing sausage into half-moon shapes, cleaning and slicing mushrooms, mincing garlic, and measuring out spinach and pasta.
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until it starts to brown and release its fat, stirring occasionally.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté with sausage for 3-4 minutes until mushrooms begin to release their moisture and turn golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth and add dry pasta directly to the skillet. Stir to combine and ensure pasta is mostly submerged in liquid.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking.
- Once pasta is almost tender, add fresh spinach and stir until spinach wilts and pasta is fully cooked, about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Tips
- Choose high-quality sausage for the best flavor - Italian or spicy varieties work wonderfully in this recipe.
- Don't rush the browning process for sausage and mushrooms; letting them caramelize develops deeper, richer flavors.
- Use fresh garlic if possible, as it provides a more intense and aromatic taste compared to pre-minced versions.
- Keep an eye on your pasta while cooking to prevent overcooking - it should be al dente with a slight bite.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream or sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier version, consider adding red pepper flakes or using a spicy sausage variety.
- This one-pot wonder is perfect for meal prep - it reheats beautifully and tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 544kcal
Carbohydrates: 49g
Protein: g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 75mg
