Description
Creamy Pesto Sausage Ravioli Skillet is a rich one-pan pasta dinner featuring cheese ravioli, savory Italian sausage, basil pesto, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Finished with melted mozzarella and fresh basil, this comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cheese ravioli (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 lb halal Italian-style beef or turkey sausage, casings removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ravioli according to the package directions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sausage and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles until browned.
- Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Stir in the heavy cream, basil pesto, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in the spinach, if using, and cook until wilted.
- Fold the cooked ravioli gently into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Cover the skillet for 2-3 minutes until the mozzarella is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Fresh refrigerated ravioli works best for the creamiest texture.
- Turkey sausage can be substituted for beef sausage.
- Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American