Creamy Bold Smoky Cajun Garlic Butter Sausage Pasta Dinner
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish combining creamy garlic butter and smoky sausage, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the sausage in a skillet with melted butter over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, making sure it doesn’t burn.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a gently simmer.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with parsley or green onions.
Notes
Pairs well with side salad or garlic bread. For variations, consider using grilled chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg