Description
Indulge in the bold and creamy flavors of Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sausage Pasta, a dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into an exciting culinary adventure. In just 30 minutes, you’ll whip up a hearty meal featuring succulent smoked sausage seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, all enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This one-skillet wonder not only delivers on taste but also offers the convenience of minimal cleanup. Perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, this pasta dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 3–5 minutes until reduced slightly.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir continuously until the sauce thickens (about 3 minutes).
- Toss in cooked pasta, ensuring it is well coated with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg