Cajun Sausage Pasta
One pot Cajun sausage pasta is creamy, cheesy, and packed with smoky andouille. A simple and easy dinner that comes together in just 35 minutes!
Servings: 5
Calories: 711kcal
Ingredients
- 13 ounces andouille sausage sliced into coins
- 1 tbsp. minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 14 ounces petite diced tomatoes drained (use half the can for less tomatoes)
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- 1-2 tsp. cajun seasoning to taste
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, add a small amount of oil and cook the sausage until it reaches your desired char.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, tomatoes, and cajun seasoning.
- Add the pasta, and heat over medium-high until it comes to a simmer.
- Put a lid on the pot, and simmer 12-14 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Turn off the heat and add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and combined.
- Add additional cajun seasoning, if desired, and salt and pepper, to taste.
Notes
- Start with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and add more at the end to taste, since some brands run saltier or spicier than others.
- If the sauce looks too thick after adding the cheese, stir in a small splash of chicken broth to loosen it right up.
- Use half the can of diced tomatoes for a milder tomato flavor, or the whole can if you love tomatoes in your pasta.
Nutrition
Calories: 711kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 1359mg | Potassium: 694mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1491IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 390mg | Iron: 3mg