Cajun Sausage Shrimp Alfredo Pasta (Print View)

Smoky sausage and shrimp tossed in creamy Cajun Alfredo for a bold, satisfying skillet dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
02 - 8 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

03 - 10 ounces penne or fettuccine

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth

→ Seasonings

11 - 1 1/2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Black pepper, to taste
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium. Add andouille sausage and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and red bell pepper; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
04 - Add shrimp and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp is pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
05 - Add chicken broth to the pan, scraping any browned bits. Pour in heavy cream and remaining Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
06 - Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
07 - Add drained pasta, browned sausage, and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss ingredients thoroughly to coat in the sauce. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour so perfect for busy nights
  • One-pan clean up keeps things simple
  • Customizable spice level for every preference
  • Mixes seafood and sausage for a flavor-packed combo
  • That sauce is seriously addictive—I’ve known my family to sneak spoonfuls straight from the pan
02 -
  • High in protein from shrimp and sausage
  • Perfect with leftovers the next day flavor deepens overnight
  • Fits gluten-free diets if you swap the pasta and watch the sausage
03 -
  • Always toast your Cajun seasoning a moment in hot pan before adding liquid this brings out hidden flavors
  • Reserve a splash of pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce if needed
  • Mix and match sausage types but choose those with a smoky edge for best taste

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