Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a comforting dish bursting with bold flavors. The combination of succulent shrimp, spicy sausage, and a rich, creamy sauce creates an irresistible meal that warms the soul. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this pasta dish promises to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced Cajun sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cooked pasta; toss until shrimp are pink and coated in sauce.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream or use turkey sausage instead of regular sausage. Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or swapping shrimp for chicken or tofu.