Easy Five Ingredient Venison Sausage Tortellini Bake
It’s too good to be this easy.
This 5 Ingredient Venison Tortellini Bake is one of those meals that earns a permanent spot in the rotation—especially during hunting season. It’s hearty, filling, and built around ground venison sausage, making it a perfect way to turn wild game into a comfort-food dinner everyone at the table will actually ask for again. Whether you’re feeding a crew back at hunting camp or trying to get a hot meal on the table after a long workday, this recipe checks all the boxes: minimal ingredients, simple prep, and big flavor.
One of my favorite things about this dish is how forgiving it is. Everything comes together in one skillet before heading into the oven, which means fewer dishes and less cleanup—something every camp cook can appreciate. The creamy marinara sauce coats the tortellini beautifully, while the venison sausage adds that rich, savory flavor that store-bought meat just can’t match. It’s the kind of meal that feels indulgent but is still built around meat you harvested yourself.
This recipe is also incredibly family-friendly. The flavors are familiar enough for kids, but still bold enough to satisfy hunters who want a filling, protein-packed dinner after a long day in the woods. Serve it straight from the skillet with a simple side salad or some crusty bread, and you’ve got a complete meal that feels like home—whether you’re at camp or back in your own kitchen.
Don’t Have Venison Sausage on Hand? No Problem.Â
You can easily turn plain ground venison into Italian-style sausage in minutes. For 1 pound of ground venison, mix in:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
Mix well and cook just like you would sausage. This seasoning blend gives you that classic Italian sausage flavor without needing a special grind or casing, making this recipe even more accessible no matter what you’ve got in the freezer.
If you’re looking for a reliable, cozy wild game meal that works just as well at hunting camp as it does on a busy weeknight, this venison tortellini bake is it. Simple ingredients, real food, and wild game at the center—exactly how I like to cook for my family and friends.
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PrintEasy Five Ingredient Venison Sausage Tortellini Bake
A creamy 5-ingredient Venison Tortellini Bake made with ground venison sausage—perfect for hunting camp dinners or busy weeknights at home.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian Venison Sausage
- 1 (24 ounce) jar Marinara
- 1/4 cup Water
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 28 ounces Refrigerated Tortellini
- 1 tablespoon chopped Fresh Parsley or Basil , to garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- In a large oven-safe skillet, cook Italian venison sausage over medium heat until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Pour in the marinara sauce. Add a splash (about ¼ cup) of water into the empty jar, shake, and pour into the skillet. Stir well, then bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to medium low and add the cream cheese. Stir until the cheese is mostly melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Stir in the tortellini, ensuring each piece is coated in the sauce. Cover, and let the mixture cook for about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden, slightly crispy cheese topping, switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes — keep a close eye so it doesn’t burn.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley or basil if desired. Serve warm.
