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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage
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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a rich, comforting, and flavor-packed dish that brings together smoky sausage, juicy shrimp, and pasta in a velvety Cajun cream sauce. This Southern-inspired dinner is quick enough for a weeknight but bold enough to wow guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: pasta
Calories: 680
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ lb andouille or smoked sausage sliced
  • ½ lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning plus more for shrimp
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook for 4–5 minutes, until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning. In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, or until opaque. Remove and set aside with the sausage.
  4. Add onions, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning if desired.
  6. Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss until everything is well coated in the creamy sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Freezer: Not ideal due to cream-based sauce, but can be frozen up to 1 month
Reheat: Warm slowly on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce