Description
This One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a bold, comforting dinner idea that brings together smoky sausage, creamy cheddar sauce, and bowtie pasta all simmered in one pot. With quick prep and minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekend meals, or anytime you crave something rich, spicy, and satisfying. It’s an easy recipe that fits into your collection of quick dinner ideas, hearty comfort food, and flavorful one-pot meals.
Ingredients
14 oz smoked sausage, sliced
12 oz bowtie pasta
10 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat and brown the sausage slices until caramelized.
2. Add diced tomatoes with their juices, Cajun seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine and deglaze the pan.
3. Stir in the uncooked bowtie pasta, making sure it’s mostly submerged. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Once pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream.
5. Add shredded cheddar and stir until completely melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Serve hot. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen it.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheddar cheese for the smoothest sauce texture.
Don’t skip the Cajun seasoning—it’s the heart of the dish’s flavor.
Let the pasta rest for a minute before serving so the sauce thickens and clings better.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1040mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: creamy cajun pasta, one pot pasta, sausage pasta, easy dinner, comfort food, spicy pasta