One Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that will transform your weeknight dinners into something special. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a creamy pasta meal brimming with zesty Cajun spices and smoky sausage, all cooked in one convenient pot. This recipe allows for easy customization—add your favorite veggies or adjust the spice levels to suit your taste. With minimal cleanup and a delightful blend of flavors, this comforting dish is sure to satisfy both adults and kids alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces smoked chicken sausage
- 4 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients: sausage, bell peppers, and onion.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, brown the sliced sausage.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and onion; sauté until softened.
- Add pasta to the pot along with chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cover. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Add spinach if desired until wilted.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg