CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP AND CHICKEN PASTA
This creamy Cajun shrimp and chicken pasta is rich, spicy, and full of flavour. Tender chicken and succulent shrimp are tossed with pasta in a creamy Cajun sauce, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or indulgent meal.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
- ½ lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook diced chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: In the same skillet, cook shrimp until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant. Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Cream & Cheese: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Return chicken and shrimp to the skillet, toss with pasta until coated in sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Cook chicken and shrimp in advance; assemble and heat just before serving.
- Customizing Flavor: Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level. Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove to maintain creaminess.