Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta, a dish that effortlessly combines rich spices with creamy goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings, this one-pot meal is both satisfying and simple to make. Featuring smoky sausage, fresh vegetables, and a luscious sauce, every bite bursts with flavor while keeping cleanup to a minimum. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or whip up a cozy family dinner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage, onion, and bell pepper; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta; reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg