One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying one-pot dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring smoky sausage, bold Cajun spices, and a creamy cheese sauce, it’s a perfect dish for weeknights or entertaining guests. Customizable and easy to pair with sides, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces smoked sausage Andouille or kielbasa
- 4 ounces pasta penne or rigatoni
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers diced, mixed colors
- 1/2 cup onion diced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth add more if needed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra spice
- 1 cup fresh spinach optional
- parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced sausage. Sauté until browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add onion and bell peppers to the pot. Cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in pasta, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, low-sodium chicken broth, and cayenne pepper if desired. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and liquid is reduced, about 10 minutes.
- Add in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until creamy. Stir in fresh spinach if using.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying one-pot dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring smoky sausage, bold Cajun spices, and a creamy cheese sauce, it’s a perfect dish for weeknights or entertaining guests. Customizable and easy to pair with sides, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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