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Creamy Cajun Pasta

Creamy Cajun Pasta

This delicious creamy Cajun pasta recipe is a fantastic weeknight meal. Made with sausage and shrimp, this dish will be a hit with the whole family!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Meal Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 447

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound raw shrimp
  • 2 pieces Andouille sausages sliced into rounds
  • 3 teaspoons cajun seasoning divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 piece yellow onion diced
  • 2 pieces red or orange bell peppers diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet or pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander
  • Cooking tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
  2. Meanwhile, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and toss it with 2 teaspoons of the cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the sausage and shrimp and cook for about 4 to 6 minutes, until the shrimp are pink. Remove the sausage and shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, and once hot, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sprinkle the remaining teaspoon of Cajun seasoning over the onions and peppers, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
  6. Pour the broth, heavy cream, and the reserved pasta water into the pan. Add the cream cheese and stir till melted. Increase the heat and allow the mixture to simmer for 4 to 6 minutes to thicken.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. Add in the chopped parsley, shrimp, and sausage and stir.
  8. Top with optional Parmesan. Serve immediately.