Blackstone Sausage and Tortellini is packed with flavor and made from simple ingredients. Smoked or Italian sausage, vegetables, and cheese tortellini cook on the griddle in about 15 minutes for a quick, family-friendly meal.
This cheese-filled tortellini and sausage recipe is one of our favorite Blackstone griddle dishes. The smoky, savory sausage browns beautifully on the flat top for a simple, satisfying dinner. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
What’s in this post: Blackstone Sausage and Tortellini
- Why You’ll Love this Flat-Top Pasta Dinner
- Ingredients
- How to Make Tortellini and Sausage on Blackstone
- Recipe Tips
- Variation Ideas
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Blackstone Sausage and Tortellini Recipe
Why You’ll Love this Flat-Top Pasta Dinner
- Everything cooks on the flat-top griddle for easy cleanup.
- A fast weeknight meal — ready in about 15 minutes.
- Ingredients are flexible and easy to swap to suit your tastes.
- Bold, savory flavors the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- Avocado oil (or another high smoke-point oil)
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage — or sliced kielbasa, chicken sausage, or shredded chicken
- 1 bag (24 oz) cheese tortellini — any brand
- Fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, and roasted red bell peppers
- Italian salad dressing to add tang and coat the ingredients
- Dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese to finish
See the full recipe card below for exact amounts and nutrition information.
How to Make Tortellini and Sausage on Blackstone
- Step 1 – Heat the griddle: Preheat the Blackstone or flat-top to medium (about 350°F).
- Step 2 – Add oil: Drizzle avocado oil on the griddle and spread it with a spatula.
Step 3 – Cook sausage: Add the ground sausage and break it up. Cook 5–8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Step 4 – Add tortellini: Push sausage to one side and spread tortellini on the other. Drizzle a little cold water from a squeeze bottle to steam and heat the pasta through.
Step 5 – Add tomatoes: Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over the tortellini and season with salt.
Step 6 – Combine and cook: Mix sausage, tortellini, and tomatoes. Toss for 5–6 minutes until tomatoes blister and tortellini is hot.
Step 7 – Add vegetables and dressing: Stir in fresh spinach, roasted red bell peppers (including their liquid if desired) and Italian dressing. Toss 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is evenly coated.
Step 8 – Season and finish: Sprinkle dried oregano and top with shredded Parmesan. Remove from the grill.
- Step 9 – Serve: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.
Recipe Tips
- Preheat properly: Make sure the griddle and oil are hot before you start cooking.
- Cook sausage thoroughly: Cook until no pink remains and juices run clear.
- Adjust heat: Keep the griddle at a moderate temperature so the tortellini heats through without burning.
Variation Ideas
- Sausage: Use sliced kielbasa, polska sausage, bacon, or shredded chicken.
- Vegetables: Add mushrooms, zucchini, asparagus, onion, squash, or broccoli — fresh is best.
- Tortellini type: Use cheese-filled, meat-filled, or even swap for cooked spaghetti.
- Spices and herbs: Try garlic powder, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, basil, or parsley. Add fresh mozzarella for richness.
- Creamy option: Stir in cream cheese for a creamy tortellini version.
- Sauce: Top with warmed marinara for a saucier finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Use a large skillet or cast-iron pan. Heat a tablespoon of oil, brown the sausage until fully cooked, drain excess fat, then add the tortellini and remaining ingredients and cook until heated through.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Serve with a simple green salad and garlic bread or crusty bread to make it a full meal.
More Easy Blackstone Sausage Recipes
Blackstone Sausage and Peppers
Polish Sausage on Blackstone Griddle
Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
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Blackstone Sausage and Tortellini
Tortellini and Sausage on Blackstone is full of flavor and made with simple ingredients. It makes a perfect, quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Servings: 6
- Cuisine: Italian
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 832 per serving
- Author: Carrie Barnard
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 bag (24 oz) cheese tortellini
- 10 oz fresh spinach
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes
- 16 oz roasted red bell peppers
- 1 cup Italian salad dressing
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Blackstone or flat-top griddle to medium-high (about 350°F).
- Drizzle avocado oil on the griddle and spread it with a spatula.
- Add the ground sausage, break it up, and cook 5–8 minutes until browned.
- Push sausage to one side. Spread tortellini on the other side and drizzle a little water to steam and heat through.
- Pour halved cherry tomatoes over the pasta and season with salt.
- Mix sausage, tortellini, and tomatoes. Cook and toss for 5–6 minutes until tomatoes blister and tortellini is hot.
- Add spinach, roasted red bell peppers (with some of the jar liquid if desired), and Italian dressing. Toss 2–3 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything is coated.
- Season with dried oregano and top with shredded Parmesan. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Recipe Notes
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving: Calories 832; Carbs 74 g; Protein 40 g; Fat 40 g; Sodium 6986 mg (values provided by the original recipe).