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Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta

Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta for Effortless Weeknight Comfort

Enjoy the flavors of Creamy Cajun Meatball Pasta, a delightful one-pot meal that brings comfort and bold Cajun spice to your weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Meat beef, pork, or a blend
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free options are available
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne or rotini) gluten-free pasta can be substituted
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion (chopped) shallots can be a good substitute
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic is best
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut milk for a dairy-free version
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning adjust based on heat preference
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Extra Parmesan for topping

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the prepared meatballs and cook until they're browned and cooked through, around 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté them until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the penne or rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually between 8-10 minutes.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  5. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce and meatballs are heated through.
  6. Plate the delicious pasta and optionally garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on low heat with a splash of liquid to restore creaminess.

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