Cajun Sausage Pasta
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a flavorful, creamy dish combining spicy sausage with tender pasta and Cajun seasonings, perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add diced onion, red and green bell peppers to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika over the sausage and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For added heat, sprinkle extra Cajun seasoning or serve with hot sauce. This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad.
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