Print

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning and savory sausage in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this pasta recipe is quick to whip up in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With hearty ingredients like sautéed vegetables and a luscious sauce, every bite delivers comfort and satisfaction. Customize it easily by swapping sausage for chicken or turkey and adding your favorite veggies. This creamy pasta dish is sure to impress everyone at the table!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12–16 ounces short cut pasta (like penne)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 package smoked chicken or turkey sausage (sliced)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 bell peppers (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the sliced sausage with some cajun seasoning until crispy; set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add onion and bell peppers with remaining cajun seasoning; cook until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, and tomato paste in the skillet; bring to a gentle boil and simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted; then add cooked pasta and sausage, tossing everything together. Add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust sauce consistency.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://myrecipestories.com/creamy-cajun-sausage-pasta/