Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta, a delightful dish that brings together the heartiness of Italian sausage with vibrant bell peppers and a velvety cream sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 large bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned; season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same skillet until softened; add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer until thickened.
- Mix in cooked sausage and penne pasta; gradually add mozzarella until melted.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg