This Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is packed with flavor and comes together using only 5 ingredients! Simple, quick, and a favorite with everyone!
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I don’t know about you all, but I love Cajun food. Now, I wasn’t raised in the South, so my version of Cajun versus someone else’s could be completely different, but we’ll disregard that part, hehe!
One of my favorite Cajun dishes to make is pasta. So many different varieties, you can spice it up or keep it mild, and it can include chicken and/or sausage.
Last night, I decided to make a simple version since I had some thawed sausage on hand. Using only 5 ingredients, I had the pasta ready to go in under 20 minutes!
My kids typically aren’t spicy fans, but they do tolerate mild heat, so they LOVED this.
I used a seasoning called SoLa Seasoning. It is definitely one of my favorites due to the flavor is has! Some Cajun seasonings can be too hot, but this one allows you to control how much heat you want. Plus, its reduced sodium, so the salt content doesn’t end up too much! Whichever Cajun seasoning you use though, this pasta is flavorful, simple to prep, and a great dinner option for busy evenings!
I served some roasted veggies and crescents with our dinner, but a side salad would be a great addition too! Or even some Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits!
Hope you enjoy this Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta, be sure to let me know what you think if you try it! Come connect with me on Instagram HERE too!!
Here are my other Cajun dishes to check out if you’re interested: https://thecookinchicks.com/tag/cajun/
Cajun Seasoning options: https://amzn.to/2Cb0IY7
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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Ingredients
- 14 oz smoked sausage, cut into small slices *I use jalapeno cheddar sausage
- 12 oz pasta *I use Rotini
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain water and put aside.
- In a medium skillet, add the sausage slices over medium heat and allow to sauté about 5-8 minutes, or until golden brown in color.
- Pour in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for about 4 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken slightly.
- Remove sauce from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- Add in cooked pasta and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Cassidy Lane says
Just made this for my hubby and I. It was so quick, easy and yummy after we both worked all day! Will definitely repeat this recipe! Thanks so much!!
Kristin says
Yay!! Glad you both enjoyed it! It’s a favorite in my house for sure!
Carrie Wallace says
I just made this dish . However I didn’t have Parmesan cheese on hand but I had some mild cheddar and some velveta cheese and it turned out fantastic . Thank you for the recipe and inspiration!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! Glad you enjoyed and love the variation you tried!!
Dave B says
Made this for the first time tonite. I’m not gonna lie here,but it didn’t look to promising after adding the heavy cream. Seemed real loose. Like it wouldn’t thicken it up. Stuck to my guns and then added the Parmesan and a half cup of mozzarella. WOW!!!! After combining it w/ the rotini it came out AMAZING!!!!! Definitely a keeper in this house👍🏼👍🏼
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! Glad you enjoyed this recipe! It is a favorite in my house too!
Ava says
Mine came out too liquidy when i used thw correct measurements.. any tips how to make it thicker?
Kristin says
The key is to really let the heavy whipping cream simmer over the heat. It should naturally thicken up after heated through, however, if you are still running into that problem, add additional Parmesan cheese. Between those two steps, you should be set! Enjoy!
Crista says
Made this on the Blackstone with tortellini and added some chicken with the sausage and everyone loved it! Fantastic recipe, thank you!
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this! Great idea on using the Blackstone!!
Debbie says
Quick easy and delicious. Spicy but good 🤩
Kristin says
Yay!! Glad you enjoyed! If it’s too spicy, be sure to decrease the Cajun seasoning next time!
Shaun says
I used andoulie sausage and Cajun sausage. turn out wondeful..thanks
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this!! Glad you enjoyed!
matt says
This was a great meal thank you so much cant wait to try another recipe soon
Kristin says
Yay! Glad you enjoyed!! Keep me posted what else you try!!
Caitlynn says
Hi, I’m like 30 mins away from town and I just got everything out. I’m almost at 2 cups of heavy cream but I think I’ll need more. Can I substitute anything else? Thank you.
Kristin says
As long as majority of the liquid is heavy cream, you can use milk or half and half to make it to the exact amount. Evaporated milk works as well! Enjoy!