Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta is a flavorful fusion of juicy shrimp, tender chicken, and a rich, spicy Cajun cream sauce. Perfectly seasoned and tossed with pasta, it's an easy yet indulgent dish that's great for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken and shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, then add Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth.
- Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- Add cooked pasta, chicken, and shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for more or less spice.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter option.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg