One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying one-pot dinner featuring smoky sausage, bold Cajun spices, and a creamy cheese sauce.
Author:Paula
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 Servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Cajun
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Smoked Sausage:
10 ounces Andouille or kielbasa
Pasta:
4 ounces penne or rigatoni
Cajun Seasoning:
2 tablespoons
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon
Bell Peppers:
1 cup diced mixed colors
Onion:
½ cup diced
Chicken Broth:
2 cups (add more if needed)
Heavy Cream:
1 cup
Parmesan Cheese:
1 cup shredded
Garlic Powder:
½ teaspoon
Cayenne Pepper:
¼ teaspoon (optional)
Spinach:
1 cup fresh (optional)
Salt and Pepper:
To taste
Parsley:
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage, chop bell peppers, onions, and measure out Cajun seasoning, heavy cream, and cheese.
Cook the Sausage and Veggies: Sauté the sausage until browned, then cook the bell peppers and onions in the same pot.
Create the Base: Add Cajun seasoning to the veggies, pour in chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
Cook the Pasta: Add pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted, then return the sausage to the pot.
Serve and Garnish: Top with parsley, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes.
Notes
You can add more vegetables like mushrooms or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
Adjust the Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.