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June 6, 2025
This Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Pasta is bold, creamy, and absolutely packed with flavor. Perfectly seasoned shrimp and smoky Cajun sausage are sautéed with garlic and onions, then simmered in a luscious, spiced cream sauce. Tossed with tender pasta and finished with Parmesan and parsley, this one-pan meal brings a spicy Southern kick to your weeknight dinner.
$4.73 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
17 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
1
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
2
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In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
3
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Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sauté for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4
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Add diced onion to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
5
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Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until slightly browned.
6
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Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season again with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
7
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and let melt. Add the pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to thin the sauce as needed.
8
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Add shrimp back into the skillet along with chopped parsley. Stir everything to combine.
9
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Serve hot, topped with extra Parmesan and parsley.
82.47 g
Carbs
71.92 g
Fat
36.27 g
Protein
1319.77 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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