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Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

This Cajun Shrimp Alfredo features shrimp and andouille sausage, and comes together in 30 minutes or less. The perfect spicy comfort food.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 851 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Fettuccine pasta , uncooked
  • ½ pound smoked andouille sausage , cut into slices
  • 1 pound raw large shrimp , peeled and deveined
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning , extra for topping, optional
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves , finely minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups Parmesan Cheese , freshly grated
  • fresh parsley , for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Cook the 1 pound fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Follow the instructions on its packaging. Drain in a colander, drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Heat a high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, sear the ½ pound smoked andouille sausage on both sides until the exterior is browned and crispy. Remove from the pan, slice and set aside.
  3. Season the 1 pound raw large shrimp with the 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning in a mixing bowl. Toss to coat.
  4. Melt the 2 tablespoons salted butter in the same skillet that you cooked the sausage in over medium heat.
  5. When the butter bubbles, add the shrimp, and cook on both sides until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side, depending on the size of the shrimp.
  6. Remove the shrimp from the skillet, and set aside.
  7. Add the 4 garlic cloves, cooking until fragrant and lightly colored, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Lower the heat to low, and pour in the 2 cups heavy cream and 1 cup whole milk. Add the grated 1 ½ cups parmesan cheese, and stir until smooth and creamy, about 4-5 minutes.
  9. Give the sauce a taste, and add extra salt and pepper, if necessary.
  10. Add the pasta to the sauce, and toss until coated.
  11. Serve the pasta in bowls, then top with the shrimp and sliced andouille sausage.
  12. Garnish with Fresh parsley and more Cajun seasoning, if desired, and enjoy immediately.
  13. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

Nutrition Information

Calories 851kcal (43%) Carbohydrates 63g (21%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 54g (83%) Saturated Fat 30g (150%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 15g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 222mg (74%) Sodium 829mg (35%) Potassium 520mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1956IU (39%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 360mg (36%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 851

% Daily Value*

Calories 851kcal 43%
Carbohydrates 63g 21%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 54g 83%
Saturated Fat 30g 150%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 15g 75%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 222mg 74%
Sodium 829mg 35%
Potassium 520mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1956IU 39%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 360mg 36%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.