Cajun Sausage Pasta
This quick and easy Cajun Sausage Pasta features smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a creamy, spicy sauce. It's a perfect weeknight meal when you crave something hearty with a kick!
Equipment
- large pot
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 large bell pepper diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 12 ounces pasta such as penne or fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown sliced smoked sausage over medium-high heat. Remove sausage and drain excess fat.
- Add bell pepper and onion to the skillet; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked sausage and pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat everything evenly with the sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the Cajun seasoning. If you don't have smoked sausage, kielbasa or andouille sausage can be used as a substitute.