Description
This Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a flavorful, comforting dish that brings together tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and fettuccine pasta in a rich and creamy Cajun-spiced sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 oz andouille sausage or smoked sausage, thinly sliced
- 10 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 tsp Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2–3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth, sodium-free
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season and Cook Shrimp: Toss the shrimp with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and oregano. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In the same skillet, add the sliced sausage. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside with the shrimp.
- Cook the Pasta: While the sausage is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt over medium heat until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Make the Sauce: Once the sauce is simmering, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it is fully melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute the fettuccine with your favorite pasta type if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 240mg