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One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta

This one-pot creamy pasta dish is packed with flavor, featuring smoked sausage, heavy cream, and zesty Cajun spices. A quick and delicious meal perfect for weeknights.
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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: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot 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.
Cooking
  1. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  2. Stir in uncooked penne pasta; lower heat and simmer until the pasta is tender (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.