Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Print)

One-pan creamy pasta with smoky sausage, succulent shrimp, and a spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add andouille sausage slices, and cook 3 to 4 minutes until browned; remove and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in the skillet; add onion and red bell pepper, sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet, sauté 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink; remove and set aside.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning, bring to a simmer.
06 - Stir grated Parmesan into the sauce until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet; toss gently to coat with sauce and heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan pasta dish
  • Rich Cajun Alfredo flavor
02 -
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version
  • Substitute smoked turkey sausage or chicken if preferred
03 -
  • For extra heat add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce
  • Serve with a crisp green salad and garlic bread
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