Description
A delicious and easy one pot meal featuring creamy, spicy Cajun sausage pasta that is perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning.
- Add the penne pasta and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with chicken or shrimp.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: One Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta, Cajun Pasta, One Pot Dinner