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One-Pot Creamy Spicy Cajun Sausage Pasta dish served in a bowl.

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

A rich and comforting one-pot pasta dish featuring smoked sausage, tender peppers, and a creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 720
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb smoked turkey sausage Choose a firm, smoky sausage for best texture.
  • 12 oz penne pasta Any short pasta like rigatoni or ziti can be used.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Low-sodium broth is preferred.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter option, use half-and-half.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes Use fire-roasted for extra depth.
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish Add off heat for smooth texture.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Cooking 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

This dish can be served with a green salad and garlic bread. For variations, consider swapping sausage with smoked tofu for a vegan dish or reducing spice for a milder version.