One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta: A Delightful Dinner Treat
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A creamy and flavorful one-pot pasta dish that combines Cajun spices with delicious sausage.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Omnivore
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the sausage and sauté until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add the pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked and sauce is thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be spiced up with more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Feel free to use any type of sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg