Description
If you’re on the hunt for easy dinner ideas that deliver big on flavor, this One-Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is your answer. It’s a perfect weeknight meal that combines smoky sausage, tender bowtie pasta, and a luscious Cajun-spiced cream sauce—all made in a single pot! This easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for quick dinners, family meals, or even meal prep. Whether you’re after comfort food, a creamy pasta fix, or bold food ideas, this dish ticks all the boxes. It’s a spicy, creamy, and satisfying dinner recipe you’ll want on repeat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 8 oz farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta), uncooked
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or blend with Monterey Jack)
- 1 ½ to 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Optional:
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion until soft (2–3 minutes), then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Return sausage to pot. Add pasta, diced tomatoes with juice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 12–14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Lower heat. Stir in heavy cream until fully mixed.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Simmer uncovered for 2–3 minutes to thicken sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes