Creamy Cajun-Style Sausage and Pepper Pasta
Channel: Instant®
Date: 2024-02-16

Kick your weekend off right by trying our easy but delicious Creamy Cajun-Style Sausage and Pepper Pasta for dinner. 

INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp olive oil
12 to 13.5  oz cooked andouille or other spicy sausage links sliced
8 oz skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups yellow or red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tsp salt-free Cajun seasoning
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
2 cans reduced-sodium chicken broth 14.5-ounce
1 can no-salt added fire-roasted diced tomatoes drained, 14.5-ounce
12 oz dried cavatelli or gemelli pasta 3 cups
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
chopped fresh parsley
Crusty bread optional

Instructions: 
1.Place a 6-qt Instant Pot on Saute setting. Add oil. When oil is hot, add sausage and chicken. Cook 5 Minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove sausage and chicken to a plate lined with paper towels. 

2. Add the pepper and onion to the pot and cook 5 Minutes more or until peppers are just tender. Stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes; cook 1 Minute more.

3. Return sausage and chicken to the pot; add broth, drained tomatoes, and pasta; stir well. Lock lid in place. Set Instant Pot on High Pressure to cook 5 Minutes. Release pressure quickly. Open lid carefully.

4. Stir in cream and cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Cover and let stand 5 Minutes (mixture will thicken as it stands).

5. Serve topped with additional Parmesan cheese, parsley, and crusty bread (if using).2/