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One-Pot Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta

One-Pot Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta

Enjoy a quick and easy One-Pot Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta, blending rich flavors for a delightful weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pack meatballs store-bought or homemade
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces penne pasta or rotini
For Sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown for 5–7 minutes, then set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes until onion is translucent.
  3. Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in 8 ounces of penne pasta and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Return meatballs to the skillet and mix in ½ cup of Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 22gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat with a splash of chicken broth.

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