Description
Indulge in a creamy, comforting, and spicy dish with Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta. This flavorful pasta is combined with savory Italian sausage, sautéed vegetables, and a rich Cajun-spiced sauce that coats each bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish will satisfy your cravings for something hearty yet easy to make.
Ingredients
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1 lb Italian sausage (casing removed)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 bell pepper, diced
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1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 ½ cups chicken broth
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1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
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8 oz penne pasta
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
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Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, then remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
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Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
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Make Sauce: Add diced tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Combine & Serve: Add the cooked sausage and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is coated in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning or add red pepper flakes.
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Feel free to swap out the penne pasta for another type of pasta like fettuccine, rigatoni, or spaghetti.
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To make this dish dairy-free, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.
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If you don’t have Italian sausage, feel free to use turkey sausage or chicken sausage as a healthier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of the total recipe)
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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