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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

A creamy, spicy pasta dish featuring tender sausage pieces, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
Sausage and Vegetables
  • 1 lb smoked sausage (chicken or turkey), sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for cooking Olive oil
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Begin by cooking your pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing the Sausage
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat about a tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Adding Vegetables
  1. Toss in the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Follow with the minced garlic, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Creating the Sauce
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, and stir well to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well, ensuring the pasta is fully coated with the creamy sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving the Dish
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Enjoy your delicious Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta hot from the skillet!

Notes

For ingredient swaps, consider using shrimp or chicken for a leaner option, or make it vegetarian. Adjust the Cajun seasoning according to your heat preference and ensure to brown the sausage and vegetables for added flavor.