Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of One Pot Garlic Butter Cajun Sausage Mac—a deliciously creamy dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun sausage with the rich decadence of garlic butter. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot meal is not just easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone to the table. Picture al dente elbow macaroni enveloped in a silky sauce, infused with spice and topped with fresh green onions. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, this recipe promises to create memorable moments filled with laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb Cajun sausage, sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic, diced onion, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened.
- Add the elbow macaroni, chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and cover, simmering for 10–12 minutes until pasta is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg