Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
This Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is an easy 5-ingredient dinner made with smoked sausage, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning, ready in about 20 minutes.
Servings: 6
Calories: 526kcal
Ingredients
- 14 oz smoked sausage, sliced (I like jalapeño cheddar smoked sausage, but andouille sausage works great too)
- 12 oz rotini pasta (or penne or rigatoni)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning or more to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 4 minutes, or until the creamy sauce begins to thicken. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated in the creamy Cajun sauce.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage for a milder flavor or andouille sausage for extra heat.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts more smoothly into the sauce than the canned variety.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water, heavy cream, or milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 587mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1741IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2mg
