One-Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta – A Flavorful Meal in No Time!

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.

Sauté Aromatics:
In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and black pepper.

Add Liquids & Pasta:
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Add uncooked penne pasta, stirring to combine. Cover the pot and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Melt the Cheese:
Stir in shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy.

Add Tomatoes & Spinach:
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and spinach to the pot. Let them cook for 2 minutes, just until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.

Return the Sausage & Serve:
Add the cooked sausage back into the pot, stirring everything together. Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

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