Cajun Penne Pasta Recipe
Creamy penne pasta made with chicken and andouille sausage and bell pepper. Served with bread.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Penne Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables and Meats
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the diced chicken and sliced andouille sausage, and cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Make the Sauce
Stir in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta with the sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Accompany with bread.
