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Cajun Sausage Pasta Recipe

This delightful one-pot creamy Cajun sausage pasta is a weeknight savior, offering bold flavors and customizable heat levels. Perfectly balanced with smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce, this dish is ready to impress in just 30 minutes.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun-inspired
Keyword: Cajun Sausage Pasta Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup fire-roasted tomatoes diced
  • 6 oz. baby bella mushrooms thinly sliced and cleaned
  • 13 oz. andouille sausage links about 4 links, sliced into medallions
  • 2 tablespoons Louisiana Cajun seasoning e.g., McCormick Grill Mates
  • 7 oz. cream cheese
  • ½ medium yellow bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • ½ medium red bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and sliced
  • 12 oz. gluten-free penne pasta
  • 3 large garlic cloves minced
  • Fresh Italian parsley finely chopped (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Sear the sliced sausage medallions in a large skillet or braiser over medium heat until browned and slightly crisp, approximately 4 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate while reserving the rendered sausage oil in the skillet.
  • In the same skillet, sauté the mushrooms, yellow and red bell peppers, and minced garlic for about 3 minutes, or until the mushrooms develop a light brown color.
  • Add the pasta, diced fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Stir to combine the ingredients evenly, then cover the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Lower the heat to medium and simmer the pasta for 12–15 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes to prevent sticking. Cook until the pasta is tender and al dente.
  • Add chunks of cream cheese to the skillet, stirring continuously until it has melted into a rich, creamy sauce.
  • Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly in the sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a less spicy dish, reduce the Cajun seasoning slightly or omit the red pepper flakes.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the pasta rest for a few minutes before serving to absorb more of the liquid.