Cajun Sausage Pasta
This Cajun Sausage Pasta features tender pasta tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce with flavorful sausage and a medley of colorful vegetables. It's a quick and satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 pound Andouille sausage sliced
- 2 bell peppers finely diced
- 1 onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the sliced Andouille sausage over medium-high heat.
- Remove sausage, then add bell peppers and onion to the skillet, cooking until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, then stir in the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Toss everything together until well combined and heated through; serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference. A splash of pasta water can be added to the sauce if it's too thick.