Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a delightful one-pot meal bursting with flavor. This dish features succulent shrimp and spicy Andouille sausage enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its bold flavors and comforting aromas reminiscent of New Orleans cuisine, this pasta will transport you to a cozy café setting. Easy to prepare, it promises to impress everyone at the table while allowing for personal touches based on your pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red or green)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced sausage until browned. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced bell peppers; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the mixture. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine, mixing gently to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously until melted and well combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 275mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute sausage with chicken or tofu for a lighter option. For added spice, increase Cajun seasoning or add hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.