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A hearty bowl of pastalaya featuring penne pasta, smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken, and a rich Cajun-spiced tomato sauce, garnished with fresh green onions and red bell peppers. This flavorful pastalaya recipe is a perfect one-pot Louisiana comfort dish.

Pastalaya Recipe(A Quick & Easy)

Looking for a quick and easy dinner that packs a flavorful punch? This pastalaya recipe combines the bold tastes of Cajun jambalaya with the comfort of pasta, creating a delicious one-pot meal your whole family will love. Ready in just 45 minutes!
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Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Keyword: andouille sausage pasta, cajun pasta, creole pasta, one pot pasta, pastalaya, Pastalaya Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 7
Calories: 485kcal
Cost: $25

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven (6-quart or larger)
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 pound andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 pound chicken breast cubed
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat
  • Brown sausage (5 min), remove and set aside
  • Cook chicken until golden (5-7 min), remove
  • Sauté onion, pepper, celery (5 min)
  • Add garlic (1 min)
  • Return meats to pot
  • Add seasonings, tomatoes, paste
  • Add pasta and broth
  • Add bay leaves
  • Boil, then reduce to medium-low
  • Cover and simmer (12-15 min) until pasta is al dente

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate up to 3-4 days
  • Reheating: Add splash of broth when reheating
  • Substitutions: Can use different pasta shapes
  • Variations: Add shrimp for seafood version

Nutrition

Serving: 375g | Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 890mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1250IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2.5mg