Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Printer View)

Creamy Cajun sauce coats sausage, shrimp, and pasta for a flavorful and comforting one-pan meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 oz andouille sausage, sliced
02 - 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

03 - 10 oz penne or fettuccine

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - ½ cup chicken broth

→ Seasonings

11 - 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, plus extra to taste
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# Method:

01 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
02 - Over medium heat, cook sliced andouille sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until browned; remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink; remove and set aside.
05 - Pour chicken broth into skillet, scraping browned bits; stir in heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
06 - Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth; season with salt and black pepper.
07 - Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to skillet; toss to coat in sauce and heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan meal for minimal cleanup
  • Packed with Cajun flavor and creamy Alfredo sauce
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy, shellfish, and wheat; check all ingredient labels if allergies are a concern
  • Pasta and sausage choices can be adjusted for dietary needs such as gluten-free or turkey sausage options
03 -
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or a few drops of hot sauce
  • Toss the pasta directly in the skillet at the end to soak up all the flavorful sauce
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