Description
One Pot Cajun Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that will spice up your weeknight dinners. This easy recipe combines hearty sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a rich Cajun-spiced tomato sauce, all cooked together in just 29 minutes. Perfect for busy families or gatherings, this one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup while offering maximum flavor. Adjust the spice level to suit your preferences and enjoy a nourishing meal that’s high in protein and fiber. Experience the bold tastes of Cajun cuisine with this quick and satisfying pasta dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups bell peppers (green or red – cut into 1” cubes)
- 1 cup red onion (cut into 1” cubes)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 12 ounces andouille or Louisiana-style sausage links (sliced)
- 3 cups medium pasta shells
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 cups of diced bell peppers, 1 cup of diced red onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and sliced sausage (12 ounces) to the pot. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in 3 cups of medium pasta shells, 2 cups of chicken broth, 1 can (14.5 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce.
- Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 10 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir gently; cover again and cook for an additional 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 19 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg