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Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe

Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe

Welcome to the Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe. Stalekracker Pastalaya is a bold and hearty Cajun one-pot pasta dish made with sausage, chicken, vegetables, and rich spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Louisiana
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 pound chicken thighs diced
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pound penne or rotini pasta
  • ΒΌ cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and chopping board

Method
 

Step 1: Cook the sausage and chicken
  1. Heat your pot, add sliced sausage, and cook until browned. Add diced chicken and cook until it turns golden and releases juices.
    Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe
Step 2: Add vegetables
  1. Add onion, bell peppers, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables soften and release aroma.
    Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe
Step 3: Add seasoning and liquids
  1. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir everything together.
    Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe
Step 4: Add pasta
  1. Add pasta directly to the pot. Let it cook uncovered until the pasta absorbs liquid and becomes tender.
    Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe
Step 5: Finish and serve
  1. Add chopped green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm and enjoy.
    Stalekracker Pastalaya Recipe

Notes

Serve Stalekracker Pastalaya hot in a deep bowl with green onions scattered on top. Pair it with warm garlic bread or a crispy side salad.