Cajun Sausage Pasta
A flavorful and creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta combining spicy sausage with tender pasta and a rich Cajun cream sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 12 oz Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the sausage and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce and sausage mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with a side of garlic bread to complement the creamy Cajun flavors.
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