Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines succulent shrimp, spicy sausage, and al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With vibrant colors and bold flavors, it promises to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
- 8 oz sausage (Andouille or Italian)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring spices.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers in butter over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add sliced sausage and cook until browned; then add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Lower the heat, stir in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer until combined.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding Parmesan cheese, and mix until well-coated.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg