One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Enjoy this quick and delicious One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta (30-Minutes) that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 10 ounces smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa)
- 4 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (add more if needed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté until they are soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once your vegetables are tender, slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. Add the sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, followed by the pasta. Stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Bring everything to a boil, then reduce heat and cover, letting it simmer for about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Lower heat further before adding heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix well until cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
- If using spinach, stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Lastly, plate your delicious pasta and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg