Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Indulge in the flavors of the Bayou with this delightful Cajun pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, and a creamy sauce infused with a blend of aromatic herbs. This unique twist on pasta will surely become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
| 2 | tablespoons butter |
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| 1 | pound andouille sausage, sliced |
| 1 | cup finely chopped celery |
| 1 | large sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), finely chopped |
| 1 | large green bell pepper, finely chopped |
| 3 | cloves garlic, finely chopped |
| 1 | pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces |
| 1 | (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (such as San Marzano®) |
| 1 | teaspoon sweet paprika |
| 1 | teaspoon Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®) |
| ¼ | teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional) |
| 2 | cups chicken broth |
| 1 | (16 ounce) package penne pasta |
| 1 | pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| ½ | cup heavy whipping cream |
| ½ | bunch fresh thyme, chopped |
| ½ | bunch fresh oregano, chopped |
| ½ | bunch fresh basil, chopped |
| ¼ | cup chopped green onions |
| ¼ | cup Parmesan cheese, or to taste |
Instructions
| 1. | In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add sliced andouille sausage and cook for 2 minutes. Incorporate finely chopped celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink inside and juices run clear, for an additional 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, sweet paprika, Creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. |
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| 2. | Pour chicken broth into the pot and bring back to a simmer. Add penne pasta and simmer for 8 minutes. Add the shrimp. Continue simmering, stirring constantly, until the pasta is al dente and shrimp are cooked through, approximately 7 minutes more. |
| 3. | Add the heavy whipping cream and then incorporate chopped thyme, oregano, and basil. Cook until just heated through, for about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve the dish topped with a sprinkle of green onions and grated Parmesan cheese. |
Published on Jul 30, 2024 by Luminița