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Creamy One-Pot Cajun Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade Sausage Dinner

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A quick and easy one-pot Cajun pasta with smoky andouille sausage, bell peppers, and a creamy, spicy sauce that delivers bold Louisiana flavors in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the andouille sausage into ¼-inch rounds, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and thinly slice the bell peppers.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and slightly crisp.
  3. Add diced onion and sliced bell peppers to the skillet. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until softened but still vibrant. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds without burning.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning over the sausage and vegetables. Stir well to coat.
  5. Add dry penne pasta and 3 cups chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to submerge pasta and distribute ingredients evenly.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and broth mostly absorbed.
  7. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes silky.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Use fresh Cajun seasoning for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Gluten-free pasta can be used for gluten-free option.

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Keywords: Cajun pasta, one-pot pasta, andouille sausage, creamy pasta, easy dinner, spicy pasta, weeknight meal

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