One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta

One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    78

Embark on a culinary adventure with this effortlessly elegant one-pot pasta. Succulent chicken and smoky sausage meld harmoniously in a creamy, Cajun-spiced Alfredo sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    22 g
  • Cholesterol
    163 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    39 g
  • Saturated Fat
    22 g
  • Sodium
    1707 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    53 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

02

Step

Add sausage to the pot with the chicken and continue cooking until sausage is lightly browned and has rendered some of its fat, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

03

Step

Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add penne pasta and Cajun seasoning. Stir well to combine, ensuring pasta is submerged in the liquid. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes.

04

Step

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer gently until pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid, 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

05

Step

Remove the pot from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in parsley. Taste and adjust Cajun seasoning as needed.

06

Step

Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality smoked sausage.
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your preference.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out.
Feel free to substitute other types of pasta, such as rotini or farfalle.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Cleo Rempel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 26 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Thelma Cassin

    The Cajun spice blend is perfect. Not too spicy, but adds a great kick.

  • Christa Skiles

    So easy to customize with whatever veggies and protein you have on hand.

  • Keegan Hammes

    I used gluten-free pasta and it worked great.

  • Brandt Paucek

    My sauce was a bit thick, but a little extra broth fixed it perfectly.

  • Ludwig Stromanraynor

    This is now a staple recipe in my house!

  • Terrell Morissette

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it!

  • Sherwood Mohr

    The one-pot cooking makes cleanup a breeze!

  • Dayne Schmitt

    Next time I'm going to try it with shrimp instead of chicken.

  • Tianna Schuster

    I added some chopped bell peppers and onions - so good!

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