One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is ready in just 30 minutes, featuring smoky sausage, bold Cajun spices, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Quick, flavorful, and family-friendly, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests!
Ingredients
- 10 oz smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa), thinly sliced
- 4 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (add more if needed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prep Ingredients
- Slice the sausage into thin rounds.Dice bell peppers and onions.Measure Cajun seasoning, cream, and Parmesan cheese.
Cook Sausage & Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.Sauté sausage until lightly browned, then remove.In the same skillet, cook bell peppers and onions until tender.
Build the Base
- Stir Cajun seasoning into the vegetables.Pour in chicken broth and simmer gently.
Cook the Pasta
- Add pasta to the simmering broth.Stir occasionally to prevent sticking until al dente.
Make the Creamy Sauce
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream until smooth.Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until creamy.Return sausage to the pot and combine well.
Season & Serve
- Taste before adding salt; adjust with black pepper or cayenne as desired.Garnish with chopped parsley, extra Parmesan, or red pepper flakes.