Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta
Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta is a delightful one-pot dish that brings together tender chicken, smoky sausage, and al dente pasta in a rich, creamy sauce infused with bold Cajun spices. This comforting meal is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, delivering restaurant-quality flavors right at home. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, this pasta dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs), diced
- 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in sliced sausage and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; allow to bubble gently.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and combine with the sauce, adding grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg