Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta: A Deliciously Indulgent Twist
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Cajun Sausage Pasta, perfect for a weeknight dinner!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Meat
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound Cajun sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, and add diced onion and garlic. Sauté until soft.
- Add the Cajun sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, bell peppers, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Toss the cooked linguine into the sauce, then stir in Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Serve in bowls, topped with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 45 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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