Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
This Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta is bursting with bold, creamy, and spicy flavors, perfect for a quick and impressive weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Colander
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces turkey sausage sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced turkey sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside with the sausage.
- To the skillet, add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked sausage and shrimp to the skillet. Toss in the cooked fettuccine and use reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Stir everything together until evenly coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and extra Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect harmony of spicy, creamy, and savory flavors.
Notes
- For extra greens, add spinach or kale when sautéing vegetables.
- Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency without diluting flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.