Creamy Cajun Alfredo with smoky sausage, succulent shrimp, and pasta for a flavorful, hearty meal.
# Components:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook andouille sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and red bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to skillet; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove and set aside.
05 - Pour chicken broth into skillet and scrape browned bits from the pan. Add heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning, then bring to a simmer.
06 - Stir in Parmesan cheese until fully 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 in sauce and heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.
