Description
One-Pot Spicy Cajun Ranch Sausage Pasta is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines the rich flavors of Cajun seasoning and creamy ranch dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also easy to customize with your choice of proteins or vegetables. With just one pot needed, cleanup is a breeze, allowing you to spend more time enjoying a hearty dinner with family or friends. In just 30 minutes, you can have a comforting bowl of pasta that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, ranch seasoning mix, Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil while stirring gently.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for approximately 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
- Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 325g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg