Description
Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that marries the rich, creamy texture of a delectable sauce with the bold, spicy flavors of Cajun seasoning. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. The vibrant colors and satisfying taste make it a showstopper on any dinner table. With versatile options to adjust the protein or make it vegetarian, this dish caters to various preferences while ensuring everyone enjoys a hearty, flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–16 ounces short cut pasta (penne or gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 1 package smoked turkey sausage (sliced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 bell peppers (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve some cooking water and drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Sauté sausage with half of the Cajun seasoning until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat; add onion, bell peppers, remaining seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until softened, then add garlic.
- Stir in chicken broth, cream, and tomato paste; bring to a simmer to thicken.
- Mix in parmesan cheese until melted; combine with pasta and sausage, adjusting consistency with reserved water as necessary. Serve garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg