Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Printable)

Creamy, spicy Cajun sausage and shrimp combined with Alfredo sauce for a flavorful one-pan pasta meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 oz andouille sausage, sliced
02 - 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

03 - 10 oz penne or fettuccine

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - ½ cup chicken broth

→ Seasonings

11 - 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, plus extra to taste
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

# How to make it:

01 - Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté andouille sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter. Add chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper; cook 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour chicken broth into skillet, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Add heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
06 - Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and sauce is smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
07 - Return cooked pasta, browned sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the sauce and warm for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve hot.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • One pan meal
  • Rich creamy sauce with smoky sausage and shrimp
02 -
  • Contains dairy shellfish and wheat allergens
  • Can substitute smoked turkey sausage or chicken
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce for extra heat
  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed
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