Description
A robust one-pot meal combining halal smoked sausage, tender pasta, and a velvety spiced cream sauce. This dish blends Southern Cajun flavors with Italian-American comfort, offering a rich, smoky, and subtly sweet profile with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
8 oz halal smoked sausage (e.g., chicken or turkey-based)
12 oz penne pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning blend (paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, etc.)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 tbsp butter
Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and grease a large oven-safe pot with oil or cooking spray
Cook the halal sausage in the pot over medium heat until browned and nearly cooked through, 4-5 minutes
Stir in diced onions, red and green bell peppers, and garlic; cook 3 minutes
Add Cajun seasoning and stir for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil
Add penne pasta and reduce heat to a simmer; cover and bake until pasta is tender, 18-20 minutes
Remove from oven and stir in heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese until blended and smooth
Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with parsley before serving
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure halal sausage reaches 160°F (71°C)
Substitute with halal turkey sausage or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences
Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3-4 days; reheat gently to preserve creaminess
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Meals
- Method: Simmering and Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg