Description
Creamy Pepper Jack Cajun Sausage Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines the creamy richness of Pepper Jack cheese with a bold kick from Cajun spices. This one-pan dish is not only easy to make but ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The satisfying blend of flavors and textures—creamy sauce, savory sausage, and vibrant vegetables—will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Plus, it’s highly customizable; feel free to add your favorite proteins or veggies to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun-style sausage
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage, bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic; cook until browned.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Cajun seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add uncooked pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat and mix in Pepper Jack cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg