Creamy skillet with smoky sausage, shrimp, and Cajun Alfredo sauce for a rich, spicy dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - ½ cup chicken broth
→ Seasonings
11 - 1½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning, plus additional to taste
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
# Method:
01 - Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sliced andouille sausage for 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in the same skillet. Add chopped onion and sliced red bell pepper; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
06 - Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Season sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Return cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce and heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.
