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One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta: Quick Weeknight Dinner

Close-up of a bowl filled with creamy cajun sausage pasta, featuring penne, sliced andouille sausage, and green peppers.
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Make this easy, one pot creamy Cajun sausage pasta for a flavorful weeknight dinner. It uses smoked sausage and comes together in about 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked sausage or Andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust for heat preference)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 12 ounces dry pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced sausage in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook until the sausage is browned on both sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Add the olive oil to the pot if needed. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the undrained diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the dry pasta to the pot. Stir well to prevent sticking. Return the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pasta is nearly tender. Stir occasionally during this time.
  6. Stir in the cubed cream cheese until it melts completely into the sauce.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and the cooked sausage. Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the sausage is heated through.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  9. Serve the creamy Cajun sausage pasta immediately. Garnish your servings with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, use a spicier Andouille sausage or add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the other seasonings.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the pasta simmer uncovered for the last few minutes of cooking time.
  • You can substitute smoked turkey sausage for a slightly leaner option in this easy weeknight pasta.

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