CAJUN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH CHICKEN & SHRIMP

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This is one of my favorite meals. This recipe can also be made with shrimp only, chicken only, smoked sausage or any combination of meats your prefer.

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (12 oz) pkg fettucine pasta
2 c boneless skinless chicken breast, grilled and sliced. (i use frozen tyson grilled chicken or you can make your own)
1/2 lb andouille sausage (or to lighten up, use turkey smoked sausage or omit)
1 lb medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 1/2 c half & half (i use fat free)
1/3 c all purpose flour
1 c tomato sauce
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded & diced
4 clove garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
4 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 Tbsp butter
1 c fresh shredded parmesan cheese
cajun seasoning to taste (i use about 2 tbsp.)
salt & pepper to taste
1/4 c fresh basil leaves (optional)
1/4 c chopped, fresh parsley
1/4 c freshly grated parmesan
1/4 c fresh, diced tomatoes.

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse, drain and set aside.
  • 2. Melt 1 T. butter in a large, deep skillet. Add sausage, mushrooms, onions and peppers. Saute until tender and sausage is browned. Add minced garlic and saute thirty seconds more. Remove from pan. Set aside.
  • 3. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over shrimp. Melt remaining butter into pan and add shrimp to the pan. Saute over medium high heat until shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Set shrimp aside.
  • 4. Mix half & half with flour using a fork until smooth and no lumps. Add half & half mixture, parmesan cheese and tomato sauce to the pan. Stir until nicely thickened sauce. Add salt, pepper and cajun seasoning to taste.
  • 5. Add pasta, veggies, sausage & veggies, shrimp and chicken to the pan. Toss gently with sauce until thoroughly combined.
  • 6. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • 7. Spoon into a pasta bowl, top with fresh basil leaves, diced tomato and fresh chopped parsley. Sprinkle with a bit more fresh parmesan if desired.

Khalid Jutt
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This dish was amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Stephen George
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Mohfar Collins
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This dish was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Sara Jones
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I loved this recipe! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Mary Nettles
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Zurina Allie
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making th


Abu Hassan
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I loved this recipe! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


watashiakuma
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This dish was easy to make and absolutely delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over fettuccine, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Pierre alfred
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of Cajun food. But I'm so glad I did! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Maa Juliana
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This Cajun fettuccine alfredo with chicken and shrimp was an absolute delight! The flavors were rich and complex, with just the right amount of spice. The chicken and shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the fettuccine was al dente. I will definitely be