Description
This Cajun Sausage Pasta is a flavorful and creamy dish that combines spicy Cajun sausage with tender penne pasta, sautéed vegetables, and a rich sauce made from heavy cream and chicken broth. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, this recipe packs a punch of robust Cajun seasoning balanced by creamy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz penne pasta
Sausage & Vegetables
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to prepare the rest of the dish.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat to prepare for sautéing sausage and vegetables.
- Brown Sausage: Add the sliced Cajun sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, releasing its flavorful oils.
- Sauté Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables become tender and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning and mix thoroughly to coat the sausage and vegetables evenly with the spices.
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine all ingredients into a creamy sauce.
- Simmer Sauce: Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and flavors to meld together.
- Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, tossing gently to ensure the pasta is well coated.
- Season to Taste: Adjust salt and pepper according to your preference to enhance the dish’s flavors.
- Serve Hot: Serve the Cajun sausage pasta immediately while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use penne or any tubular pasta that holds sauce well.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with Cajun seasoning.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Add chopped fresh parsley or green onions as garnish for freshness.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Keywords: Cajun sausage pasta, Cajun pasta recipe, creamy sausage pasta, spicy Cajun pasta, quick dinner recipe
