Description
A creamy, slightly spicy, one-pot pasta dish that is simple to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 (13 oz) pack of cajun andouille sausage (cut into coins)
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic
- 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and chilies
- 8 ounces dry bowtie pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until browned.
- Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the garlic in the leftover sausage grease for about a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and cajun seasoning, stirring to combine.
- Add dry pasta, cover, and let it simmer on LOW for about 14 minutes.
- Once pasta is cooked, stir in the cooked sausage and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can use other types of sausage or pasta shapes if desired. Adjust the spice levels according to your taste.