Easy Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta – Ready in 30 Minutes
This Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining the smoky flavor of turkey sausage with creamy, cheesy goodness. A perfect balance of spice and flavor, it's sure to become your new go-to dinner recipe!
Ingredients
- 12 ozpenne pasta
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 lbsmoked turkey sausage, sliced
- 1 smallonion, diced
- 1red bell pepper, diced
- 3 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoonscajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- ½ teaspoonsalt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 cupchicken broth
- 1 cupheavy cream
- 1can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cupgrated parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta:Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Sausage and Veggies:In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked turkey sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- 3
Season and Simmer:Add Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4
Combine Everything:Return the sausage to the skillet and stir everything to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes to meld the flavors together.
- 5
Add Cheese and Pasta:Stir in the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Add cooked pasta, tossing until it’s fully coated in the sauce.
- 6
Serve:Garnish with fresh parsley and serve your creamy Cajun sausage pasta hot!