Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage

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If you’re craving a comforting and satisfying meal, try making Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage! Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is not only simple and quick but also incredibly tasty. Perfect for both special occasions and busy weeknights, it’s a family-friendly southern classic.

I’m always on the lookout for easy dinner ideas, and the shrimp and sausage combo never disappoints with its rich flavor. Plus, there’s something truly delightful about serving a restaurant-quality pasta dish at home. This creamy shrimp pasta is a surefire hit and vanishes in no time from our dinner table!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 oz andouille or smoked sausage, thinly sliced
  • 10 oz fettuccine pasta
  • ½ yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ½ cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup sodium-free chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions:

  1. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and oregano. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil and the sausage. Cook until caramelized, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add more olive oil if needed. Sauté the onion and red bell pepper with Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer, stirring occasionally and scraping up any browned bits from the pan, for a couple of minutes.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add the cooked pasta and sausage, stirring to combine and heat through, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as needed. Finally, add the shrimp and mix to combine.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

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