Here’s a rich and spicy comfort dish: Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta — bold Cajun flavors, smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a velvety cream sauce come together in one skillet for a mouthwatering, weeknight-friendly meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 12 oz (340g) smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa), sliced into rounds
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine work great)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 cup baby spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms for added veggies
- Garnish: chopped parsley or green onions