One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta

One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Pasta Cuisine: Cajun Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced sausage, onion, and bell pepper; sauté until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in uncooked penne pasta; lower heat and simmer until the pasta is tender (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.

Notes

  1. Avoid overcrowding the pot and ensure to brown the sausage for more flavor. Taste before adding salt, as sausage and Parmesan are naturally salty.