Description
Spicy Cajun Garlic Butter Sausage Pasta is a quick and delectable dish that will elevate any meal, whether for a busy weeknight or a festive gathering. This one-skillet wonder boasts a creamy sauce infused with rich garlic butter, zesty Cajun seasoning, and smoky sausage, creating an irresistible combination sure to impress. In just 30 minutes, you can have this comforting pasta ready on your table, making it the perfect go-to recipe for flavorful home cooking. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or alternative proteins for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté sausage until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth; simmer for 3–5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese; cook until the sauce thickens (about 3 minutes).
- Toss in the cooked pasta; mix well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg