Description
A one-pot Cajun sausage pasta dish featuring bold flavors and a creamy texture, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (sliced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or cheese blend)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned.
- Toss in chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until soft.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, stir, and add chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to substitute turkey sausage or a lighter cream alternative for a healthier option. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, sausage, pasta, creamy, one-pot meal