Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Printable)

Creamy Cajun Alfredo with sausage, shrimp, and pasta in a flavorful one-pan skillet.

# 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

# Method:

01 - Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the andouille sausage for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter then add chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Sauté 2–3 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Add heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.
06 - Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat all ingredients with the sauce. Heat for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
08 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Delivers big Cajun flavor in just one skillet
  • A comforting, creamy pasta dish ready in under 45 minutes
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy, shellfish, and wheat
  • Use gluten-free pasta and check sausage ingredients for allergen modifications
03 -
  • Sauté sausage until browned for maximum flavor
  • Add pasta and proteins back to the sauce just before serving so they stay juicy
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