One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta (30-Minutes)
One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun spices and the richness of creamy sauce, all in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup and maximizes flavor. Featuring smoky sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and a cheesy sauce, it’s not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re serving it for family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this hearty pasta is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 10 ounces smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 4 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional: spinach, cayenne pepper, chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Dice bell peppers and onion; slice sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté sausage, onion, and bell peppers in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add pasta, Cajun seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, and optional cayenne; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted; add spinach if desired.
- Remove from heat; garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg