Description
Indulge in the rich and satisfying flavors of Creamy Bold Smoky Cajun Sausage Penne, where Cajun spices meet Italian comfort. This delightful dish features succulent Cajun sausage, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked penne pasta, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick yet impressive meal that will leave everyone at the table craving more. Customize it by adding your favorite proteins like shrimp or turkey sausage for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, diced tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked penne pasta along with the cooked sausage; stir well and cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg