One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Author: Lauren Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Pasta Cuisine: Cajun Diet: Not Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 (13 oz) pack Cajun andouille sausage, cut into coins
  • 1 tbsp chopped garlic
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth (about 2 cups)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and chilies
  • 8 oz dry bowtie pasta (½ pound or approximately 2 cups)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (see notes)
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Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until browned to your liking.
  2. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside on a paper towel lined plate. Don't get rid of the sausage grease in the pan!
  3. Sauté the garlic in the leftover sausage grease for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and about 1 tsp of Cajun seasoning.
  5. Stir in the dry pasta, cover with a lid, and simmer on LOW for about 14 minutes.
  6. Once the pasta is fully cooked, toss in the cooked sausage and a few cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Add cheese gradually to achieve the desired creaminess. Feel free to experiment with different pasta shapes and toppings.