Irresistible Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage recipe that brings together succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and a creamy Cajun-infused sauce tossed with perfectly cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
For the Cajun Cream Sauce:
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop garlic and onion, slice sausage, and dice bell pepper.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Cook Sausage: Add smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and crispy.
- Cook Shrimp: Stir in shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Make Cream Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, simmer until slightly thickened, then add Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
- Combine: Toss in cooked pasta and mix well until coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 260mg
Keywords: Cajun Shrimp Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe, Cajun Recipe, Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
