Cheesy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Pasta

Ingredients:

• 12 oz (340g) rotini pasta or pasta of your choice
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 8 oz (225g) smoked beef sausage, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Cajun Sauce:

• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Optional Garnish:

• Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

Cook the Pasta:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Chicken and Sausage:

• Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, sprinkle with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• In the same skillet, add the sausage slices and cook until slightly browned. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

Make the Cajun Sauce:

• In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, remaining Cajun seasoning, paprika, and black pepper.
• Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.

Add the Cheese:

• Gradually stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Combine Everything:

• Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and sausage back into the skillet. Toss until everything is well coated in the creamy sauce.

Serve:

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4