This Bacon Asparagus Cajun Pasta is out of this world. I know because I was having a heck of a time photographing it without eating it. This creamy dreamy pasta is loaded with all kind of goodies…bacon, asparagus, garlic, spinach and a creamy Cajun Parmesan sauce that is to die for.
It will require a couple of pans but it can be completed in about 35 minutes. So a workweek supper is not out of the question. As a matter of fact I made it after work and photographed it as well. It was gobbled up so quick around here. Even my somewhat picky daughter asked for seconds.
If you don’t like spinach substitute some mushrooms but you would add them to the pan about 2-3 minutes after adding the bacon to the pan. This Bacon Asparagus Cajun Pasta is a must try. We absolutely love it and we hope you do too!
Other pasta recipes you will love!
- Pasta Pomodoro
- Creamy Gnocchi Pasta
- Parmesan Pasta
- Cajun Shrimp Pasta
- Ham and Pea Campanelle Pasta
- Easy Skillet Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Bacon Asparagus Cajun Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 4 slices uncured hickory smoked bacon coarsely chopped
- 12 stems asparagus rough ends removed and cut in bite size pieces
- 4-6 cloves garlic minced
- 8 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 4 teaspoons Cajun spice
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to box instructions and drain well.
- In large skillet over medium heat add bacon pieces. Cook for 8 minutes. Add asparagus and cook for 8 minutes. Reduce heat and add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook just until slightly wilted. Remove to plate.
- Using same skillet pour in wine scraping bottom to remove browned bacon bits. Add cream, Cajun spice and simmer to desired thickness stirring frequently. Remove from heat and slowly add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Add bacon/asparagus mixture and drained rigatoni. Serve immediately.
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Danielle
This is sooo good. I love asparagus and this is a great recipe to use it!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Danielle! So glad that you like it!
Jacqueline
Absolutely delicious and has become a dinner staple. I switch off adding ground beef or chicken and love it more each time!
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much Jacqueline! So glad that you liked it!
Nicole Young
This was amazing .I added shredded rotisserie chicken and onions . I also added some smoked gouda to the pasta before putting in the sauce … I used a little pasta water and a little milk heated it up then added the grated smoked gouda slowly stirring so it wouldn’t clump … then added the sauce … it was soo good
Beth Pierce
Sounds delicious Nicole! Thanks for the tips! Yummy!
Tera
We love this dish! Only thing I change is that I cut up a chicken breast and sautee it and add to the dish!
Sylvia Miller
I don’t have heavy cream…can I use half & half instead?
Beth Pierce
It is not going to thicken like cream so I can not recommend that.
Chelsea
The best pasta I’ve had in a while, will be making again!!
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much Chelsea! So glad that you liked it!
Rebecca
This pasta dish deserves 5 stars am not a big pasta fan but this pasta was the bomb soo delicious will add some mushrooms next time will definitely make this for my son and grandkids
Beth Pierce
Thanks Rebecca! So glad that you liked it!!
Mary Jackson
I can’t have wine. Anything else I can use instead?
Beth Pierce
Just omit the wine.
Laurie
Quite tasty, but as many others have commented, far too salty. I didn’t have any asparagus on hand, so I omitted that but added grilled chicken and followed the recipe precisely otherwise. I used McCormick Perfect Pinch Cajun Seasoning but will have to make my own next time to reduce the sodium. I also plan to add shrimp and will make sure I have asparagus. Thank you for the wonderful recipe!
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome Laurie! So glad that you liked it! I think I will add shrimp next time too!!
Alex C
Delicious!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Alex! I am glad that you enjoyed it!!
Janelle
Loved this. My family loved it. Thank you for the recipe.
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome Janelle! So glad that you liked it!!
sheila
Delicious! I used chicken stock in place of white wine and mixed in some shredded smoked chicken thighs that I had left over in the fridge. Even my three year old loved it!
Carolyn Warren
Restaurant quality recipe! I added chicken for more protein. Didn’t have any asparagus so omitted. Doubled recipe, except seasoning (used the 4 tsp. Called for) but even though I doubled the recipe it was wayyyyyyy to salty. My guys love salt and said it was way too much. Will definitely make again soon. But will only put 2 tsp in for a double recipe or 1 tsp if I make just a regular amount. Otherwise fantastic!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Carolyn! Thanks for the tip. I might take a look at the salt in that recipe again.
Lori
I made this last night and added about half a chicken breast to it. I also used Tony Chachere, but it’s way too salty. Other than that, it was really good. Both my husband and I felt we could have used more asparagus. I will definitely make this again, but use a cajun seasoning with less salt.
Beth Pierce
Understood. Yes everyone has a different tolerance for salt. I love asparagus and that is a great idea.
Stacey
This is a very quick and easy meal. I followed the recipe with the exception of the white wine, I substituted a tiny bit of chicken broth. I found the sauce to be extremely salty for my taste. I will try to find a salt free Cajun seasoning next time.
Beth Pierce
You could make your own Cajun seasoning and therefore avoid the salt. That would be delicious and just perfect for your taste.
Lynn Bodensted
I made this for dinner tonight and it was wonderful. I was really worried about the Cajun seasoning so I tried it before putting it in and it was not hot at all. I bought the brand you said you used. I will definitely make this again. It was so so good and didn’t take long at all to throw together!
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much Lynn! So glad that you liked it. It is really is easy and the Cajun seasoning make it delicious!