One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
A delicious and creamy Cajun sausage pasta dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pack cajun andouille sausage (cut into coins) 13 oz
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic
- 1 can chicken broth about 2 cups (14.5 oz)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and chilies 10 oz
- 8 oz dry bowtie pasta ½ pound or approximately 2 cups
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning *note: adjust to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until browned to your liking.
- Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté the garlic in the leftover grease for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and about 1 tsp of cajun seasoning. Stir well.
- Add the dry pasta to the skillet, cover it with a lid, and let it simmer on LOW for about 14 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked.
- Once the pasta is done, mix in the cooked sausage and a few cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Don’t skip browning the sausage for incredible flavor. You can adjust the Cajun seasoning based on your heat preference. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.