Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Alfredo Pasta
A flavorful and creamy dish that combines succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and Cajun seasoning in a rich Alfredo sauce. This Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Alfredo Pasta is the perfect comfort food for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season and Cook Shrimp: Toss shrimp with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet, cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, and set aside.
- Cook the Sausage: In the same skillet, cook sliced sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: Add butter and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, remaining Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- Combine Everything: Add cooked pasta, shrimp, and sausage to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use any type of pasta for this recipe, but fettuccine or penne works best.
- If you want it spicier, add extra Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 700kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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