Description
This delicious Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick and easy dinner that packs a flavorful punch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken and sausage; cook until browned.
- Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken broth and pasta; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase Cajun seasoning or add chopped jalapeños.
- This dish can be topped with parsley for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta Skillet, Cajun pasta, easy skillet meal