Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
416 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta
Description
This dish begins by cooking pasta according to package directions and setting it aside. Chicken breast pieces are cooked in butter with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning to build a spicy flavor. Smoked sausage slices are then browned in the same pan. Garlic is sautéed until lightly browned before adding chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and heavy cream to create the sauce base.
Cajun seasoning, paprika, and garlic powder deepen the sauce’s flavor, and grated Parmesan cheese is whisked in for creaminess and umami richness. The cooked chicken, sausage, and pasta are folded into the sauce to evenly coat and heat through. The end result is a creamy, slightly spicy pasta dish with tender chicken and flavorful sausage pieces.
The recipe is designed to be served immediately to enjoy the full creaminess and texture of the sauce and proteins. It pairs well with simple sides or a green salad to balance the richness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter divided
- 1 lb chicken breast boneless diced
- 6 oz smoked sausage sliced
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 8 oz pasta
Instructions
- Boil pasta according to box directions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet over medium high heat.
- Add in the chicken and season with desired amount of salt/pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
- Once cooked through, remove from heat and place on plate.
- Add sausage to skillet and cook over medium high heat for about 3 minutes. Remove and place on plate with chicken.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to skillet and allow to melt.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until garlic is slightly browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and heavy cream. Bring to a light simmer.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, Paprika, and garlic powder. Mix into sauce.
- Add the Parmesan and whisk to combine thoroughly.
- Toss the cooked chicken and sausage into the sauce, followed by the cooked pasta.
- Stir to incorporate fully. Serve immediately!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 416kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 938mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1490IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 188mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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