One-Pan Wonder: Easy Sheet Pan Tortellini

If you’re anything like me, dinner needs to check three boxes: quick, delicious, and minimal cleanup — bonus points if it feeds the whole family with zero complaints. Enter: Sheet Pan Tortellini. It’s comforting, colorful, and loaded with flavor (and veggies!). Best of all? It comes together in just 35 minutes, and only dirties one pan.

This is a go-to in my kitchen for busy weeknights, especially when I want something hearty but still balanced. It’s filled with protein, fiber, and just the right amount of cheesy goodness — perfect for pregnant mamas, postpartum recovery, or just feeding your crew without the chaos.

What You’ll Need:

Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cloves garlic (grated or minced)

• ½ cup finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt

• 9 ounces tortellini (any variety – cheese, spinach, your call!)

• 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced

• ½ red onion, sliced

• 12 ounces kielbasa or chicken sausage, sliced

• 10 ounces cherry tomatoes

• 1 (5-ounce) bag spinach

• ½ cup ricotta cheese

How to Make It:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F and bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil.

2. Flavor Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, olive oil, and salt.

3. Boil Tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and toss it into the bowl with your flavor-packed oil and cheese mixture.

4. Toss the Veggies + Protein: Slice the bell pepper, onion, and sausage. Toss them into the bowl along with the cherry tomatoes and spinach. Mix until everything’s well coated.

5. Sheet Pan Magic: Spread the mixture onto a large sheet pan. Roast for 25 minutes until the edges are golden and the veggies are tender.

6. Finish Strong: Remove from the oven and dollop with ricotta. Serve immediately and enjoy!

   
   

Make It Work for You:

• Pregnancy-friendly tip: Use nitrate-free chicken sausage and opt for whole wheat or spinach tortellini for added fiber.

• Feeding little ones? Chop everything a bit smaller and use mild sausage for less spice.

• Vegetarian? Swap sausage for mushrooms or extra spinach and add white beans for protein.

  
  

You busy moms are going to love this Sheet Pan Tortellini because it takes the stress out of dinnertime. There’s no need to stand over the stove—just toss everything together and let the oven handle it. With only one pan involved, cleanup is a breeze (a serious win on hectic weeknights). Even better, it’s packed with flavor and nutrients, thanks to the mix of protein, veggies, and cheesy goodness. And if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, they reheat beautifully for a no-fuss lunch the next day. This is the kind of meal that makes weeknights feel doable—and delicious.

Enjoy!

xx Meg