Description
A creamy, bold Cajun pasta loaded with tender shrimp, seasoned chicken, and vibrant peppers, all tossed in a rich, flavorful sauce that feels like a celebration in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb chicken pieces, sliced
- 2 cups sliced bell peppers
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente, then reserve some pasta water and drain.
- Season the shrimp and chicken pieces evenly with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, then remove and set aside. Cook the shrimp until just pink, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir, then add grated parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Return the chicken and shrimp to the skillet, then add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.
- Adjust the sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed and taste to adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best texture and flavor.
- Add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning gradually to control spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
