Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp, flavorful smoked sausage, and a rich, creamy sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta. With aromatic garlic and vibrant bell peppers, this meal bursts with flavor and warmth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress your family or guests. Get ready to savor every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage (Andouille recommended), sliced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and green), chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced sausage to the skillet; cook until browned (approximately 7 minutes).
- Stir in shrimp and minced garlic; season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently. Let simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and combine with the shrimp mixture.
- Top with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg