Description
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine in a creamy, satisfying meal. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a lively gathering with friends. The combination of tender chicken sausage, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked penne pasta ensures that every bite is packed with flavor. Topped with fresh parsley and a hint of spice, this pasta dish will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove the sausage from the skillet using a slotted spoon.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until pasta is al dente (about 12-15 minutes).
- Uncover and mix in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted. Return cooked sausage to the skillet and combine thoroughly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 75mg