{"id":49346,"date":"2024-01-17T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-17T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/?p=49346"},"modified":"2026-03-22T06:52:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T10:52:29","slug":"cajun-sausage-pasta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatmollymade.com\/cajun-sausage-pasta\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This creamy cajun sausage pasta<\/strong> is the kind of dinner that tastes like way more effort than it is. You get smoky andouille sausage, tender pasta, peppers and onions, and a creamy tomato-parmesan sauce with just enough Cajun heat to keep it interesting. It’s on the table in about 30 minutes and always feels like a solid weeknight win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for more cajun recipes? Try one pot creamy cajun shrimp pasta<\/a>, crispy air fryer shrimp<\/a>, or this one pot creamy cajun chicken pasta<\/a> recipe next time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why You’ll Love this Cajun Sausage Pasta Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a quick, creamy sausage pasta<\/strong> that actually tastes balanced<\/strong>. The andouille gives it that smoky, savory bite, the peppers and onion add sweetness, and the cream, tomato paste, and parmesan pull everything together into a silky sauce that isn’t too heavy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also really practical. The ingredients are easy to find, it comes together fast, and you can make it as spicy or as mild as your family likes<\/strong>. My favorite part is that it feels cozy and comforting, but still has enough flavor to keep it from tasting like just another creamy pasta.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

I love quick, easy pasta meals that make shopping and cleanup a breeze, but still have plenty of bold flavor the whole family loves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just like our creamy one pot buffalo chicken pasta<\/a>, one pot taco pasta<\/a>, or lemon chicken asparagus pasta<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Make Cajun Sausage Pasta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are the basic steps, with images, for this creamy smoked sausage cajun alfredo recipe. Skip down to the recipe card<\/a> below for the full printable recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 1.<\/strong> Cook the Sausage.<\/strong> Cook the sausage in olive oil with cajun seasoning until it’s crisp, about 5 minutes.  Transfer it to a clean bowl or cutting board.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2.<\/strong> Saute the Onions and Peppers<\/strong>. Saute the diced onions and peppers in the same skillet with a little more cajun seasoning. Add the garlic and until the veggies are soft and fragrant.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3. Make the Creamy Alfredo Sauce. <\/strong>Whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and tomato paste until smooth. Bring it to a gentle boil then turn the heat down and simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken it slightly. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4. Combine with Sausage and Pasta.<\/strong> Stir in the parmesan cheese, then add the cooked pasta and crispy sausage and toss to coat in the sauce. Add up to 1 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water to thin the sauce slightly as needed. Garnish with parmesan and chopped parsley.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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