Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with our Delicious Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta for Cajun Lovers. This hearty dish features a creamy sauce infused with traditional Cajun spices, perfectly blending succulent chicken, shrimp, and Andouille sausage. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. The rich textures and explosive flavors will leave your taste buds dancing, making it a favorite for any comfort food lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 pound shrimp
- 8 ounces Andouille sausage
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 small red onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken in olive oil until browned. Add sliced sausage and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink.
- Stir in bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic; sauté until tender.
- Reduce heat, add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning; stir until combined.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 205mg