Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Chicken Pasta Recipe
This creamy Cajun shrimp and chicken pasta is packed with bold flavors, featuring a spicy, creamy sauce coating tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and perfectly cooked pasta. A delicious, restaurant-quality meal made easy at home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, and cook until done. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Add cooked pasta, shrimp, and chicken back into the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for spice preference.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg