Cheesy Pizza Rotini One-Pot

Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat and lightly fry mini pepperonis for 1-2 minutes, just until they start to crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel.

In the same pot, add chopped onions and crushed red pepper flakes, and sauté until onions start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Add the turkey sausage to the pot and break it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, until fully cooked through.

Stir in the pizza sauce and chicken broth, followed by the uncooked rotini pasta. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Stir in half of the mini pepperonis.

Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Cook covered until the pasta is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.

Remove the lid and give the pasta and sauce a stir. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Turn off the heat and top the pasta with shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining pepperonis. Cover the pot and let the cheese melt, about 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves and serve hot.