One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta (30-Minutes)

Cajun Sausage Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying one-pot dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring smoky sausage, bold Cajun spices, and a creamy cheese sauce, it’s a perfect dish for weeknights or entertaining guests.

Customizable and easy to pair with sides, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients

  10 ounces smoked sausage Andouille or kielbasa

4 ounces pasta penne or rigatoni

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup diced bell peppers mixed colors

½ cup diced onion

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (add more if needed)

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra spice

1 cup fresh spinach optional

Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

 

Prep Your Ingredients:

Slice the smoked sausage into thin rounds.

Chop bell peppers and onions.

Measure out Cajun seasoning, heavy cream, and cheese.

Cook the Sausage and Veggies:

In a large skillet or pot, heat olive oil and sauté the sausage until browned.

Remove the sausage and cook the bell peppers and onions in the same pot.

Create the Base:

Add Cajun seasoning to the veggies

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Cook the Pasta:

Add the pasta directly to the pot and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Make the Creamy Sauce:

Reduce the heat and stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted.

Return the sausage to the pot and mix well.

Final Seasoning:

Taste before adding any salt. Adjust only with a pinch of salt if truly needed, and add black pepper or cayenne to preference.

Serve and Garnish:

Top with parsley, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.