Description
Cajun Pasta with Sausage, Shrimp & Chicken is a deliciously vibrant dish that brings the bold flavors of Louisiana to your dining table. This hearty pasta features succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and spicy sausage enveloped in a creamy Cajun sauce. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe guarantees a delightful culinary experience that will leave everyone wanting more. Dive into this flavor-packed adventure that combines comfort with a touch of sophistication!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun spice blend
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red and green), diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with Cajun spice blend.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add sliced sausage, onions, and bell peppers; sauté until tender.
- Pour heavy cream and chicken broth into the skillet; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked chicken and raw shrimp to the sauce; stir in drained pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired sauciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg