Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with this Delicious Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta for Cajun Lovers. This dish combines bold Cajun spices, succulent seafood, and hearty ingredients into a creamy pasta delight that’s perfect for festive celebrations or cozy family dinners. In just 30 minutes, you can impress your guests with a meal that embodies the spirit of Mardi Gras.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 pound shrimp
- 8 ounces Andouille sausage
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 small red onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced chicken until browned. Add Andouille sausage and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink.
- Stir in bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream, add Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; let simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg