Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta Recipe
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta that combines rich flavors and comforting textures. This dish features al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices and hearty sausage. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Let the enticing aromas fill your kitchen as you impress family and friends with this delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 12 oz Cajun sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add penne, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sliced sausage for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer gently. Mix in Cajun seasoning.
- Return cooked sausage and pasta to the skillet; toss to coat thoroughly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg