Description
Indulge in this delicious pastalaya, a delightful fusion of jambalaya and pasta that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This one-pot wonder features tender pasta enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce loaded with Andouille sausage and juicy chicken thighs. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, it’s both visually appealing and incredibly easy to make. In just about 30 minutes, you can create a comforting dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup sliced Andouille sausage
- 1 lb chicken thighs, diced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot; add salt and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced sausage and diced chicken thighs until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Add chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers; sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and add Cajun seasoning; scrape the skillet for flavor.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the creamy mixture until well combined; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg