Description
Indulge in the rich, bold flavors of our One Pan Creamy Cajun Sausage Alfredo, a delightful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines savory smoked sausage with al dente fettuccine, all enveloped in a creamy Cajun sauce. With just one pan required, this recipe minimizes cleanup, allowing you to savor every bite without the hassle. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a family-friendly dish that caters to both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or simply need a satisfying meal after a long day, this creamy pasta will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to simmer, then add fettuccine and cook according to package instructions (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Once pasta is cooked, reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired and adjust the sauce consistency with more broth if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg