Cajun Pasta Recipe

Name: Cajun Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pounds Rigatoni Pasta; 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil; 1/2 whole Yellow Pepper, Sliced Thin; 1/2 whole Red Pepper, Sliced Thin; 1/2 whole Yellow Onion, Sliced Thin; 1- 1/2 cup Smoked Chicken Sausage, Sliced Into Thin Rounds; 1 cup Fresh Broccoli Cut In Small Florets; 2 cups Reduced-sodium Chicken Stock; 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 Tablespoons Salt; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

3/4 pounds Rigatoni Pasta
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil
1/2 whole Yellow Pepper, Sliced Thin
1/2 whole Red Pepper, Sliced Thin
1/2 whole Yellow Onion, Sliced Thin
1- 1/2 cup Smoked Chicken Sausage, Sliced Into Thin Rounds
1 cup Fresh Broccoli Cut In Small Florets
2 cups Reduced-sodium Chicken Stock
8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese
2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/4 Tablespoons Salt
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350 F. While cooking the pasta (according to the package directions), heat a skillet with canola oil on medium high heat.
2
Once the skillet is heated, add the peppers and onions and cook for about 2 minutes.
3
Add the sausage and cook until everything begins to char.
4
Add the broccoli and cook for about a minute.
5
Remove the sausage and veggies from the pan and set aside.
6
Pour the chicken stock into the pan and scrape the bottom of the pan as the stock heats up.
7
Add the cream cheese block and stir until combined.
8
Add the Cajun seasoning to your taste along with the salt and pepper.
9
When the pasta is done, drain it.
10
Toss the pasta, veggies and sausage into the sauce and mix to combine.
11
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
12
Top with cheddar and Parmesan cheese, sprinkle with additional Cajun seasoning if you wish.
13
Put this into a 350 F oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
14
Top with additional Parmesan cheese and enjoy!

983

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pounds Rigatoni Pasta, 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil, 1/2 whole Yellow Pepper, Sliced Thin, 1/2 whole Red Pepper, Sliced Thin, and more.

Yes, Cajun Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Pasta

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