One Pot Cajun Pasta

13 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts diced
  • 8 ounces andouille or Smoked Sausage, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 yellow onion sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cups mushrooms sliced
  • 16 ounces whole wheat pasta your choice
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning equal parts cayenne pepper, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Pour olive oil into the pot. Add diced chicken breast to the pot, cover with Cajun seasoning, and stir until the chicken is evenly seasoned.
  2. 2
    Add sliced sausage and stir. Cook the meat on medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. 3
    Once the meat is cooked, add the garlic, onion, peppers, and mushrooms, and stir. Continue stirring for 3-5 minutes as the veggies cook down.
  4. 4
    Add the dry pasta to the pot (if using long, thin noodles, break in half), then pour in the chicken broth. Stir until everything is well-mixed. Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. 5
    Once the liquid boils keep covered, bring the heat down to a simmer for 10 minutes (stirring every two minutes).
  6. 6
    If there still is extra chicken broth, you can discard it, cook until the liquid evaporates, or add a little cornstarch to thicken the liquid.
  7. 7
    Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and stir until your pasta is well blended.
  8. 8
    Garnish with green onions, more Parmesan, a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning (if you want some extra spice). Add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. 9
    Serve immediately.

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