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One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

A quick and comforting dish, One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta brings bold flavors and creamy texture to your table in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER PLATES
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa)
  • 12 oz Pasta (penne or rigatoni)
  • 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
For the Vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 cups Bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach optional
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoon Chopped parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Slice the sausage into thin rounds and chop the bell peppers and onions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then brown the sausage until nicely caramelized.
  3. Cook the bell peppers and onions in the same skillet until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Cajun seasoning and, if desired, a bit of flour to thicken the mixture slightly.
  5. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add the pasta to the simmering broth and cook for about 10-12 minutes until tender.
  7. Lower the heat and mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until everything is beautifully smooth and creamy.
  8. Return the browned sausage to the pan and combine everything well, allowing the sausage to warm through.
  9. Taste your dish and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Garnish your pasta with chopped parsley or red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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