Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Sweet Chili Cajun Sausage And Cheddar Penne, a perfect marriage of spicy Cajun sausage and sweet chili sauce. This comforting pasta dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also guarantees satisfaction for your taste buds. The sharp cheddar cheese melds beautifully with the creamy sauce, creating a rich and hearty meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With the option to easily adapt this recipe for vegetarian diets, it’s sure to become a family favorite that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and sweet chili sauce; stir well and simmer gently.
- Toss cooked penne into the skillet to coat with the sauce.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg