Description
Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is an explosion of flavors that brings the spirit of New Orleans right to your dinner table. This vibrant dish features tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and spicy andouille sausage, all enveloped in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce. With colorful bell peppers and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s not only delectable but also visually stunning—ideal for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick yet impressive pasta dish is perfect for any occasion. Get ready to indulge in a culinary celebration that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
- 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp and chicken with Cajun seasoning. Sear chicken in a skillet until golden brown, then cook shrimp until pink.
- Brown sliced andouille sausage in the same skillet.
- Sauté bell peppers and onion until softened; add garlic and remove from heat.
- Make a roux with butter and flour, then gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings; combine with proteins and vegetables.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat evenly.
- Serve garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 160mg