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Creamy Cajun Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy Cajun Pasta is a beloved dish that fuses the rich flavors of Cajun cuisine with creamy pasta. Originating from the southern United States, particularly Louisiana, it reflects the region's love for bold spices and hearty meals. Traditionally, this dish features a blend of spices, chicken, and a creamy sauce, making it a comforting choice for family dinners. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its roots, often appearing on restaurant menus and in home kitchens across the country, showcasing the adaptability of Cajun flavors.

CajunUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup yellow peppers, diced
1 cup orange peppers, diced
1 cup red peppers, diced
1 teaspoon salt
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Blackstone's Bay Blend seasoning
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb pre-sliced chicken sausage
8 oz spiral pasta
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups spinach, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Preheat the griddle to medium low heat.

2

Dice yellow, orange, and red peppers and add them to the griddle.

3

Season the peppers with a little bit of salt and fresh garlic.

4

Add Blackstone's Bay Blend seasoning and butter to the peppers, then toss them together.

5

Cook the peppers for about 2 to 3 minutes until they soften.

6

Add pre-sliced chicken sausage to the griddle and toss with the veggies to heat and crisp them up.

7

Cook until the sausage is browned and the veggies are caramelized, then move them together.

8

Boil spiral pasta until al dente, about 3/4 of the way cooked.

9

Add the cooked pasta to the griddle with the veggies and sausage.

10

Sprinkle bayou seasoning over the pasta.

11

Add cubed cream cheese and heavy whipping cream to the pasta, folding it in.

12

Turn down the burners to low and let it melt together for about 2 minutes, adding more heavy cream for desired creaminess.

13

Add spinach and a little olive oil, mixing until the spinach wilts, about 30 seconds.

14

Plate the pasta and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and more Cajun seasoning.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

griddle

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cajun Chicken PastaSpicy Creamy Pasta

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