One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta (30-Minutes)
This One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. The creamy sauce infused with Cajun spices, smoked sausage, and colorful veggies creates a delicious meal that the whole family will love.
- Author: Emma
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: One Pot & One Pan
- Cuisine: Cajun
Main Ingredients:
- 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
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cups chicken broth (add more if needed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sliced sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions until softened.
- Add Pasta and Broth: Stir in pasta, Cajun seasoning, chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Cook Pasta: Cook for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and spinach (if using).
- Finish and Serve: Cook until sauce thickens, season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to customize the dish by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: 30-minute meal, one pot pasta, Cajun recipe, sausage pasta, creamy pasta