Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo (Printable)

Savory Cajun-spiced sausage and shrimp in a creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with pasta.

# 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:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan meal with bold Cajun flavors
  • Ready in about 40 minutes for weeknight ease
02 -
  • Contains dairy, shellfish, and wheat—double-check ingredients for allergens.
  • Adapt by using gluten-free pasta or swapping out sausage to suit dietary needs.
03 -
  • Brown the sausage thoroughly for extra smoky depth in the sauce.
  • Toss pasta, sausage, and shrimp in the sauce just before serving for best texture.
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