Creamy Cajun Sausage Tortellini

This Creamy Cajun Sausage Tortellini is the perfect dish for anyone who loves bold flavors, easy pasta dinners, and quick comfort meals. Packed with juicy Cajun sausage, tender cheese-filled tortellini, and a rich Cajun cream sauce, this recipe hits all the cozy pasta-night cravings in under 25 minutes.

It fits beautifully into your favorite Cajun sausage pasta, Cajun pasta, sausage pasta, and other pasta dishes you’ll want on repeat. Whether you’re feeding your family or making a comforting dinner for yourself, this dish is creamy, spicy, and unbelievably satisfying.

And if your sausage contains pork, the automatic substitution rule applies → replace with beef sausage, chicken sausage, or venison sausage.

• Prep Time: 8 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 23 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients List

✔ Pork substitution already applied (beef sausage recommended)

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sausage or chicken sausage, sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• 1 pkg (18–20 oz) cheese tortellini
• Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins

• Spinach
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Red pepper flakes

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just simple kitchen basics:

• Large skillet
• Cutting board & knife
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Mixing spoon
• Pasta pot
• Colander

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. Cook tortellini
   Boil tortellini according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
2. Brown the sausage
   In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook sausage slices until browned (5–6 minutes).
3. Sauté aromatics
   Add onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add Cajun seasoning
   Stir seasoning into the sausage mixture for a rich, spicy base.
5. Pour in liquids
   Add heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Add parmesan
   Stir until the sauce becomes creamy and glossy.
7. Combine everything
   Add cooked tortellini and toss to coat. Add pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
8. Serve hot
   Garnish with parmesan or parsley. Enjoy your creamy Cajun pasta night! 🍝🔥

Pro Tips

• Make it extra creamy: Add 1–2 oz cream cheese.
• For heat lovers: Add cayenne or chili flakes.
• Budget-friendly option: Replace tortellini with penne or rotini.
• Meal prep tip: The sauce reheats beautifully the next day.

Nutrition Table

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are approximate and vary based on sausage type and tortellini brand.

Creamy Cajun Sausage Tortellini

A rich, creamy, spicy tortellini pasta dish made with beef sausage and Cajun seasoning. Perfect for fast, satisfying weeknight dinners and Cajun pasta lovers.

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Course: Dinner, Main

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Calories: 520

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 12 oz beef or chicken sausage, sliced
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 12 oz cheese tortellini

Equipment

• skillet
• pot for boiling pasta
• colander
• knife
• Cutting board

Method

 

1. Cook cheese tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Brown sliced sausage in a skillet over medium heat until golden.
3. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and Cajun seasoning. Sauté until onions are soft.
4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and cooked tortellini. Mix until coated and warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 23gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For less heat, use a mild Cajun blend or reduce the amount. Swap in chicken sausage or smoked turkey sausage. Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for a colorful twist.

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Conclusion

This Creamy Cajun Sausage Tortellini is the ultimate comfort pasta creamy, bold, and ready in under 25 minutes. Whether you’re planning pasta night, trying new Cajun pasta dishes, or need a fast weeknight meal, this recipe wins every time.

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