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Close-up of shrimp and sausage creamy cajun pasta garnished with parsley in a white bowl

Shrimp and Sausage Creamy Cajun Pasta

A rich and flavorful pasta dish with shrimp, sausage, and a creamy Cajun sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine or fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  7. Return the sausage and shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat.
  8. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning to taste.

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