Cajun Pasta with Sausage
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cajun pasta with sausage, a dish that transforms any mealtime into a celebration. This one-pot wonder combines tender pasta, spicy sausage, and colorful bell peppers, all seasoned to perfection with Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike while delivering comforting warmth and rich aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 12 oz Cajun sausage (spicy or smoked)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Chop the onion and bell peppers; mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sausage for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in chopped onions and bell peppers; cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add uncooked pasta, chicken broth, and reserved pasta water. Mix well.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning; bring to a gentle boil then simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Adjust seasoning as necessary before serving hot with fresh herbs on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg