Creamy Pepper Jack Cajun Sausage Pasta
An indulgent pasta dish with spicy Cajun sausage, creamy cheese, and perfectly cooked pasta, perfect for busy weeknights and special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Cajun-style sausage, sliced
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage, bell peppers, onions, and garlic; cook until the sausage is browned.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat and mix in the shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, use veggie sausage and vegetable broth. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg