Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a delightful fusion of bold Cajun flavors and creamy goodness that will tantalize your taste buds. This quick and easy dish combines succulent shrimp and spicy Andouille sausage, enveloped in a rich cream sauce, all served over al dente fettuccine. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe promises comfort and satisfaction in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced Andouille sausage until browned (about 5 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add shrimp and minced garlic; cook until shrimp are pink (about 3 minutes per side).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; add Cajun seasoning and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return sausage to the skillet along with cooked pasta; toss until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 295mg
Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.