Creamy Tortellini with Smoked Sausage and Boursin Cheese (One-Pot Recipe)
This one-pan creamy tortellini with smoked sausage and Boursin cheese is an easy, family-friendly dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. Tender cheese tortellini, browned smoked sausage, and a silky garlic-herb sauce come together in under 30 minutes for a comforting weeknight meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made in a single skillet for quick prep and easy cleanup
- Rich, creamy sauce from Boursin and Parmesan
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Flexible — add your favorite vegetables or swap the sausage
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp vegetable-friendly seasoning (or your preferred all-purpose blend)
- 6–7 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5.3 oz Boursin garlic & fine herbs cheese
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini (no need to thaw)
- 3 oz shaved or grated Parmesan
- 1/2–1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste, if needed
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and sauté until browned and crisp on the edges. Remove sausage and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the diced onion and both bell peppers. Season with your seasoning blend and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Add the Boursin cheese and stir until it melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
- Stir in the frozen cheese tortellini and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 8–10 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Uncover and stir in 3 ounces of shaved Parmesan and red pepper flakes to taste. Return the browned sausage to the skillet and simmer a few more minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot with garlic bread or a simple dinner salad.
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Creamy Tortellini with Smoked Sausage and Boursin Cheese
A cozy, one-skillet dinner made with simple ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Dinner, Lunch, Pasta Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 14 oz Smoked Sausage, sliced
- 1 Yellow Onion, diced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp Veggie Seasoning Blend
- 6–7 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 Cup Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 5.3 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese
- 19 oz Frozen Cheese Tortellini
- 3 oz Shaved or Grated Parmesan
- 1/2–1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add smoked sausage and sauté until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and bell peppers to the pan. Season and cook about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add Boursin cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add frozen tortellini, bring to a gentle boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Uncover, stir in Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Return sausage to the pan and simmer until the sauce thickens. Serve hot.
Notes
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm gently in a skillet over low heat with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Microwaving works — stir halfway through for even heating.
- Note: Tortellini is best fresh and al dente; leftovers may soften slightly.
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