Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Creamy Bold Smoky Cajun Garlic Butter Sausage Pasta. This delightful fusion dish combines the zesty essence of Cajun cuisine with the creamy goodness of Italian pasta, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. With smoky sausage, a luscious garlic butter sauce, and a hint of spice, every bite is a celebration of flavor that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Simple to prepare and highly customizable, this pasta dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet until fully coated in sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg