One-Skillet Sticky Garlic Butter Cajun Sausage Pasta
A hearty one-skillet pasta dish featuring Cajun sausage in a creamy garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta, reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
- Mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Adjust spice level as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg