Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp , peeled and deveined
- 12 oz. (340g) linguine , fettuccine, or other long pasta
- 1 onion , minced
- 1 red bell pepper , diced
- 1 green bell pepper , diced
- 3 cloves garlic , chopped
- 1 cup diced seeded tomatoes
- 1/2 lb (225g) andouille sausage or kielbasa , sliced
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2/3 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- parsley , for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until no longer translucent. Remove from the pan and cover with foil.
- In the same skillet, heat 2 remaining tablespoons butter and add the onion and bell peppers. Cook for 3-5 minutes. Now add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Then, add the tomatoes.
- Add the sausage and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring. Now add the cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, and mix well. Pour in chicken stock, heavy cream, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix once again.
- Add the cooked shrimp and pasta and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
- Add more salt and pepper, if needed. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve. Enjoy!