Best 3 One Pot Cajun Shrimp Sausage Pasta Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick, easy, and flavorful meal? Look no further than One Pot Cajun Shrimp Sausage Pasta! This dish is packed with bold flavors thanks to the combination of Cajun spices, juicy shrimp, and savory sausage. All you need is one pot and a few simple ingredients to whip up this delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ONE POT CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA WITH SAUSAGE



One Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage image

One Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is an easy and delicious weeknight one pot pasta dinner recipe. It's spicy and creamy with sauteed shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, and linguini pasta. Full of bold and mouth watering flavours, simple and quick to pull together it's one the whole family with enjoy!

Provided by Taneisha Morris

Categories     Main Dishes & Entrees     Noodles & Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tbsp Cajun or Creole Seasoning
1/2 tsp Salt (more or less to taste)
1/4 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1-2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 lb Smoked Sausage (Andouille or Schneiders Spicy Sicilian Smoked Sausage, sliced)
454 g Fettuccine Pasta
1 Onion (large, julienned)
6 Cloves Garlic (minced)
1 cup Chicken Broth
3/4 cup Heavy (Whipping) or Half & Half Cream
2 cups Crushed Tomatoes
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
3 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
2 tbsp Cajun or Creole Seasoning
2 tbsp Granulated White Sugar
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Dried Parsley Flakes
1 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional, more or less to taste)
1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/4 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Salt (more or less to taste)
1/4 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan (plus more for garnish)
2 tbsp Fresh Chopped Parsley (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Season shrimp with cajun seasoning, salt and freshly ground black pepper until well coated. Then, slice sausage, cut onions, mince garlic and set aside. Then heat a large pot of water, add pasta to boiling water and cook pasta according to package instructions or until al dente.
  • Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium high heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-4 minutes, flipping at the halfway point. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Add sausage (add a little more olive oil if needed) and brown sausage until caramelized on both sides, around 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • If needed add another drizzle of olive oil to the pan, and sauté onions, garlic, and thyme until fragrant and softened. Add chicken broth, cream, crushed tomatoes, worcestershire sauce. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Continue to allow sauce to simmer, and season with cajun seasoning, granulated white sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried parsley flakes, cayenne pepper (optional), smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until well combined and allow to simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Add in parmesan cheese, and continue to stir occasionally for another 5 minutes. Then add in cooked pasta and sausage stirring to combine and heated through around 2 - 3 minutes. Then add shrimp, stir and remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley, fresh cracked black pepper and more parmesan cheese if desired.

ONE POT CAJUN SHRIMP & SAUSAGE PASTA RECIPE - (4.4/5)



One Pot Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Pasta Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by rossboys

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound linguine
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 1/2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, divided
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
Parsley, chopped, garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the linguine in boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. In the same pot, heat the butter, then add 1½ tablespoon cajun seasoning and mix the spice with the butter. Add in shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turn pink. Take the shrimp out and set aside. Keeping the heat on, add in butter until it's melted, then add in diced yellow onion and green pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the onion is translucent. Add in kielbasa sausage and cook for another minute, then add minced garlic, salt, cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes, and dried thyme. When everything is cooked and mixed well, pour in chicken stock and heavy cream. Mix well, and cook for about 3 minutes. When the sauce is thickening, add the shrimp and pasta back into the pot. Mix until everything is well-combined. To serve, sprinkle with chopped parsley. Enjoy.

ONE-POT CAJUN PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Cajun Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, andouille sausage, garlic, yellow onion, red pepper, green pepper, mushroom, pasta, chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, cajun seasoning, green onion, cayenne pepper, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, diced
8 oz andouille sausage, or smoked sausage, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ yellow onion, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
1 green pepper, sliced
2 cups mushroom
16 oz pasta, 1 box, of your choice, we used linguine
5 cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
green onion, optional, for garnish
cayenne pepper, equal parts
onion powder, equal parts
paprika, equal parts
garlic powder, equal parts
salt, equal parts
pepper, equal parts

Steps:

  • Pour olive oil into the pot.
  • Add diced chicken breast to the pot, cover with cajun seasoning, and stir until the chicken is evenly seasoned.
  • Add sliced sausage and stir. Cook the meat on medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Once the meat is cooked, add in the garlic, onion, peppers, and mushrooms, and stir. Continue stirring for 3-5 minutes as the veggies cook down.
  • Add the dry pasta to the pot (if using long, thin noodles, break in half), then pour in the chicken broth. Stir until everything is well-mixed.
  • Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, keep covered bring the heat down to a simmer for 10 minutes (stirring every two minutes).
  • NOTE: If there still extra chicken broth, you can discard it, cook longer until the liquid evaporates, or add a little cornstarch to thicken the liquid.
  • Lastly, add heavy cream and parmesan and stir until your pasta is well blended. Stir in parmesan cheese.
  • Garnish with green onions, more parmesan, a sprinkle of cajun seasoning (if you want some extra spice), and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654 calories, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • When choosing shrimp, look for ones that are firm and have a slight briny smell. Avoid shrimp that are mushy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • If you can't find andouille sausage, you can substitute another type of smoked sausage, such as kielbasa or chorizo.
  • To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large skillet or pot with a lid.
  • Serve the pasta with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

This One-Pot Cajun Shrimp Sausage Pasta is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With its combination of shrimp, sausage, and pasta, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this One-Pot Cajun Shrimp Sausage Pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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