Cajun Pasta Stew
A comforting and flavorful Cajun pasta stew featuring smoked sausage, chicken, and hearty pasta, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sausage until browned.
- Add the chicken, bell pepper, onion, and garlic; cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then add the pasta.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked and the liquid has reduced.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, add some diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the stew. Letting the stew sit for a while after cooking can enhance the flavors. If you have leftovers, let them cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.