Description
One Pot Creamy Garlic Butter Bold Cajun Chicken And Sausage Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, bringing warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken and smoky sausage with a rich garlic butter sauce and zesty Cajun spices, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. The creamy sauce clings to the penne pasta, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With its versatility, you can adjust spice levels or swap ingredients to suit your taste. This dish serves four generously, making it an excellent choice for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 8 oz smoked sausage
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add seasoned chicken pieces and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add remaining butter, diced onion, and bell pepper; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes). Add sliced sausage and heat through (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add undrained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
- Add penne pasta and cooked chicken back into the pot. Cover and cook until pasta is al dente (12-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy (2-3 minutes). Adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg