Velvety Pastalaya

Name: Velvety Pastalaya
Prep time: 1 h 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: European, American, Southern
Ingredients: 3 Slices Thick Cut Bacon (chopped); 1 Each Yellow Onion (chopped, large); 1 Each Green Bell Pepper (chopped); 2 Ribs Celery (chopped); 3 Cloves Garlic (minced); 1 Cup Pork Steak (steak or roast cut into 1" cubes); 1 Pound Smoked Sausage (sliced); 2 Each Chicken Thighs (Skinless, boneless, cut into 1" cubes); 1 Each Chicken Breast (cut into 1" cubes); 1 (10 Ounce) Can Diced Tomatoes and Chilies; 3 Sprigs Fresh Thyme; 1 teaspoon Creole Seasoning (or Cajun Seasoning); 1 Cup Water; 1-1/2 Cups Chicken Broth; 1 Tablespoon Browning Sauce; 1 (10 Ounce) Can Cream of Chicken Soup; 1 (10 Ounce) Can Cream of Mushroom Soup; 1 Pound Pasta (Farfalle (bowtie) or Penne); 3 Each Green Onions (chopped)

Instructions

Prep:1h 20minCook:1h

Pastalaya is a Cajun recipe, originating from the traditional Jambalaya, replacing the rice with Pasta. This Pastalaya recipe is a hearty comfort food that will have you reaching for more!

Updated at: Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:49:24 GMT