Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Bold Smoky Cajun Garlic Butter Sausage Pasta, a delightful dish that beautifully marries the zest of Cajun seasoning with the comforting creaminess of Italian cuisine. This hearty meal features smoky sausage and tender pasta enveloped in a silky garlic butter sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its bold flavor profile and satisfying texture, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sausage slices and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; cook until sauce thickens slightly (3-5 minutes).
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet until evenly coated in sauce.
- Serve warm with fresh parsley or green onions as garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun, Italian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 599
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1078mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg