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Spice Up Your Dinner Table with a Flavorful Jambalaya Pasta Recipe


  • Author: Jenny
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Learn how to make delicious jambalaya pasta recipe. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.


Ingredients

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Gathering your ingredients is like laying the foundation for a flavorful masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish

Feel free to substitute the chicken with shrimp or use turkey sausage for a leaner option. The beauty of cooking at home is the freedom to make a dish your own.


Instructions

Ready to bring this dish to life? Follow these steps:

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the sliced sausage to the same skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
  4. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, red and green bell peppers. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  7. Return the chicken and sausage to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook for about 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
  8. Stir in the cooked penne pasta and heavy cream. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Remember, cooking is an art, not a science. If you want more spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. If sweeter notes are more your thing, a dash of sugar can balance the heat beautifully.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: jambalaya pasta recipe, recipe, cooking, food