One-pan creamy pasta with sausage, shrimp, Cajun spice, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
# 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 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 1/2 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 generously salted water following package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium and cook sliced andouille sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until evenly browned. Transfer sausage to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter. Add chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender. Incorporate minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Stir in heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
06 - Add grated Parmesan cheese; stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
07 - Return the pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat all components in the creamy sauce and heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.
