Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Printable Version)

A smoky and creamy Cajun pasta with sausage, shrimp, and rich Alfredo sauce for a comforting meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 salted water and cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add andouille sausage, and cook 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Remove and keep aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter. Add chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and deglaze the pan, scraping any browned bits. Add heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning, then bring to a simmer.
06 - Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with sauce and heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the skillet and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One-pan pasta for easy cleanup
  • Rich Cajun Alfredo sauce adds creamy spice
02 -
  • Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to your heat preference
03 -
  • Cook pasta just until al dent to avoid sogginess when combined with sauce
  • Reserve some pasta water to thin the sauce if needed
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