Embark on a journey of bold flavors with our Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage—a dish that marries succulent shrimp, spicy Cajun seasoning, and the rich creaminess of a Parmesan-infused sauce. This culinary masterpiece brings together the robust taste of andouille sausage, colorful bell peppers, and the tantalizing heat of Cajun spices. Get ready for a symphony of tastes that will transport you to the heart of Cajun country, right from your own kitchen.In our kitchen, the sizzle of shrimp meeting Cajun seasoning signals the start of a delicious adventure. The skillet becomes a stage for the dance of andouille sausage, caramelizing to perfection. As the pasta boils to al dente perfection, the air fills with the aroma of onions, bell peppers, and the enchanting blend of Cajun spices. The sauce, a medley of crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream, becomes a canvas for the savory notes of Parmesan. Finally, the shrimp, having been patiently waiting, join the ensemble, completing this culinary symphony that leaves our family spellbound with each flavorful bite.
Why This Pasta:
Spice Extravaganza: Cajun-seasoned shrimp and andouille sausage create a flavor-packed delight.
Creamy Dreaminess: A luscious blend of Parmesan, chicken broth, and heavy cream envelops each strand of fettuccine.
Colorful Fusion: Bell peppers and onions add a vibrant touch, turning this dish into a visual and culinary feast.
Quick Gourmet: Impressively swift to make, this pasta is perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients:
Large shrimp (1 lb. / 450 grams), peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper (to taste)
Cajun seasoning (2 teaspoons)
Dried oregano (1/2 teaspoon)
Olive oil (2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
Andouille sausage or smoked sausage (6 oz. / 170 grams), thinly sliced
Fettuccine pasta (10 ounces / 283 grams)
Yellow onion (1/2), thinly sliced
Red bell pepper (1), thinly sliced
Cajun seasoning (4 teaspoons)
Brown sugar (1 teaspoon)
Garlic cloves (2-3), chopped
Crushed tomatoes (1/2 cup / 120 ml)
Chicken broth, sodium-free (1 cup / 240 ml)
Heavy cream (1 cup / 240 ml)
Grated Parmesan (2/3 cup / 67 grams)
Parsley (1 tablespoon), chopped
Directions:
Toss shrimp with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and oregano. Cook in a large skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
In the same pan, brown sliced sausage; set aside.
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
Lower heat, add more olive oil to the pan. Sauté onion, bell pepper, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until softened.
Add garlic, cook for 30 seconds. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
Add Parmesan, stir until blended. Add cooked pasta and sausage, heat through (2-3 minutes). Salt and pepper to taste.
Finally, add the shrimp. Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.
Notes:
Kick up the heat: Adjust Cajun seasoning or add more crushed red pepper for extra spice.
Play with pasta: Try this dish with your favorite pasta variety for a personal touch.
Garnish tip: A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness.
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage
Ingredients
- Large shrimp 1 lb. / 450 grams, peeled and deveined
- Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- Cajun seasoning 2 teaspoons
- Dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil 2 tablespoons / 30 ml
- Andouille sausage or smoked sausage 6 oz. / 170 grams, thinly sliced
- Fettuccine pasta 10 ounces / 283 grams
- Yellow onion 1/2, thinly sliced
- Red bell pepper 1, thinly sliced
- Cajun seasoning 4 teaspoons
- Brown sugar 1 teaspoon
- Garlic cloves 2-3, chopped
- Crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup / 120 ml
- Chicken broth sodium-free (1 cup / 240 ml)
- Heavy cream 1 cup / 240 ml
- Grated Parmesan 2/3 cup / 67 grams
- Parsley 1 tablespoon, chopped
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and oregano. Cook in a large skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same pan, brown sliced sausage; set aside.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Lower heat, add more olive oil to the pan. Sauté onion, bell pepper, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until softened.
- Add garlic, cook for 30 seconds. Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Add Parmesan, stir until blended. Add cooked pasta and sausage, heat through (2-3 minutes). Salt and pepper to taste.
- Finally, add the shrimp. Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.
