Description
Creamy Italian sausage pasta with Cajun chicken is a mouthwatering fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures, perfect for any occasion. This dish features spicy Italian sausage combined with tender Cajun chicken, all enveloped in a luscious creamy garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. The hearty ingredients and delightful seasoning create a satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. Serve it with a fresh salad or warm bread to round out the experience, and enjoy every flavorful bite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb dry penne pasta
- 1 lb ground spicy Italian sausage
- 4 thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by rubbing with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Sear in a skillet until cooked through, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the Italian sausage until browned; remove from heat.
- In the skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, and pepperoncini juice; simmer.
- Cook penne pasta until al dente, then drain while reserving pasta water.
- Combine pasta, sausage, and sauce in the skillet, mixing thoroughly.
- Slice the chicken and place on top of the pasta before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (325g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your preference.