Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Creamy Bold Smoky Cajun Sausage Penne, a dish that beautifully marries the vibrant spices of Cajun cuisine with the comforting textures of Italian pasta. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a delightful flavor explosion that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook the sliced Cajun sausage until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, diced tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and cooked sausage to the pot; stir well and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg