Description
Indulge in the rich and bold flavors of Fresh Creamy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, smoky sausage, and vibrant vegetables all enveloped in a creamy, dairy-free sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, ensuring minimal cleanup. With a unique blend of spices that tantalize your taste buds, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken and sliced sausage; cook until chicken is browned.
- Stir in sliced bell peppers and Cajun seasoning; sauté for 3-4 minutes until peppers soften.
- Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Add uncooked pasta, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pasta is cooked through.
- Stir in coconut cream until well combined; simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg