Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp and spicy sausage with perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with Cajun spices. This easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of New Orleans cuisine, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this dish will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and onion; ensure shrimp are ready.
- Cook pasta: Boil salted water, add penne, and cook until al dente. Drain.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add onion and bell peppers, sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add sausage: Mix sliced sausage into the skillet; cook until browned (around 5 minutes).
- Introduce shrimp: Add shrimp (and minced garlic if desired); cook until pink (about 3 minutes). Stir in diced tomatoes.
- Finish with sauce: Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes, then combine with cooked pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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