One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta: Easy 30-Minute Delight
A delicious and quick recipe for One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta that can be made in just 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the diced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and add the penne pasta, chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish is versatile and can be adjusted to include your favorite vegetables.
- For spicier flavor, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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