One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Indulge in the flavors of the South with this One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta. This quick and comforting dish combines smoky sausage, tender penne pasta, and a rich Cajun-spiced sauce, all cooked in just one pot for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, it’s easily customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you want to impress guests or enjoy a satisfying dinner at home, this hearty recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté sliced sausage, chopped onion, and bell pepper until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Add uncooked penne pasta; reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender (10–12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg