Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta: Easy One Pot Delight at Home
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A rich and flavorful creamy Cajun sausage pasta recipe that’s easy to make in just one pot. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Omnivore
- 1 pound smoked sausage
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sliced sausage, cooking until the sausage is browned.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, then add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and pasta.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, simmering until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more Cajun seasoning or some red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be garnished with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg