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· April 23, 2022

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta (With Sausage)

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Delicious creamy pasta with pan fried sliced sausages and juicy, buttery shrimp, infused with spicy and savory Cajun flavors.

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creamy cajun shrimp pasta easy sausage tasty

We’re already on Day 10 of my Ramadan Series! If you love Cajun flavors, then this is definitely up your alley. Today I’m sharing a recipe for Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta. It’s a pretty simple recipe that’s easy to follow, and will be ready to be plated within 35 minutes!

Creamy & Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

This dish incorporates some pan fried sliced sausages and buttery shrimp to your cooked pasta that’s coated in luscious creamy sauce. I used pappardelle in this recipe, but you can swap it out with your favorite pasta. And it’s all packed with delectable Cajun flavors! It has that bit of heat that perfectly enhances the taste of this dish.

A shrimp and pasta combo always works wonders, but you can play around with the type of protein you’d like to include, or even throw in some veggies! This dish is so scrumptious and versatile, it will quickly be part of your dinner rotation.

creamy cajun shrimp pasta easy sausage tasty

Main Ingredients

(For full ingredient measurements, please proceed to the recipe card below.)

  • Pasta (I used pappardelle)
  • Shrimp 
  • Cajun seasoning (I used the one from Louisiana Fish Fry Products)
  • Sausages (I used andouille)
  • Butter
  • Neutral oil
  • Onion
  • Garlic 

Pasta Sauce

  • Heavy cream
  • Cajun seasoning
  • Lemon pepper
  • Paprika
  • Chili powder (optional)
  • Sugar
  • Dried oregano
  • Lemon juice
  • Parmesan
  • Butter

Other Ingredients

  • Parmesan (for topping)
  • Parsley (for garnishing)

How To Make Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

  1. Boil pasta per package instruction and reserve some pasta water.
  2. Season shrimp that has been pat dry with the cajun seasoning.
  3. Pan fry sliced sausages in a large frying pan until cooked and remove from the pan. In the same pan, melt 1/2 tbsp butter in 1/2 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Once hot enough, add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan.
  4. In the same pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter in 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Once the butter melts, add onions and garlic. Sauté until the onion is transluscent.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, add the seasonings and parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
  6. Let it continue cooking until it boils and stir occasionally. Add 1/4 cup of pasta water and pasta. Stir until every piece is well coated and add lemon juice. Stir again for 1 minute.
  7. Finish it off with butter as well as the shrimp and sausages. Stir for another minute and turn off heat.
  8. Add more parmesan cheese on top and garnish with parsley. Serve while hot. Enjoy!

Notes for Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

  • Cajun seasoning: Store-bought Cajun seasoning is known to be spicy and depending on the brand you use, some are saltier than others. Start with 1 tbsp and taste as you go. Adjust accordingly.
  • Sauce consistency: If the sauce is too watery, let it cook for longer and if it’s too thick, add a bit more pasta water.
  • Pasta: I used pappardelle, but you can also use fettuccini, penne, or rigatoni. Or feel free to substitute with your favorite pasta.
  • Sausage: I used chicken andouille.

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creamy cajun shrimp pasta easy sausage tasty

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta (With Sausage)

Delicious creamy pasta with pan fried sliced sausages and juicy, buttery shrimp, infused with spicy and savory Cajun flavors.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 servings pasta I used pappardelle
  • 6 shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning I used the one from Louisiana Fish Fry Products
  • 2 sausages I used andouille
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 1.5 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic sliced

Pasta Sauce

  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder optional
  • 3 tsp sugar
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tbsp butter

Other Ingredients

  • grated parmesan for topping
  • parsley for garnishing

Instructions
 

  • Boil pasta per package instruction and reserve some pasta water.
  • Season shrimp that has been pat dry with the cajun seasoning.
  • Pan fry sliced sausages in a large frying pan until cooked and remove from the pan. In the same pan, melt 1/2 tbsp butter in 1/2 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Once hot enough, add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan.
  • In the same pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter in 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Once the butter melts, add onions and garlic. Sauté until the onion is transluscent.
  • Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, add the seasonings and parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
  • Let it continue cooking until it boils and stir occasionally. Add 1/4 cup of pasta water and pasta. Stir until every piece is well coated and add lemon juice. Stir again for 1 minute.
  • Finish it off with butter as well as the shrimp and sausages. Stir for another minute and turn off heat.
  • Add more parmesan cheese on top and garnish with parsley. Serve while hot. Enjoy!

Notes

*Cajun seasoning is known to be spicy and depending on the brand you use, some are saltier than others. Start with 1 tbsp and taste as you go. Adjust accordingly.
*If the sauce is too watery, let it cook for longer and if it’s too thick, add a bit more pasta water.
Keyword cajun, creamy pasta, easy pasta, garlic pasta, shrimp
Did you try this recipe?I would love to know how it went! Please leave a rating, comment down below, or tag me on Instagram @FarahJEats.

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Comments

  1. ellie says

    May 21, 2022 at 12:50 AM

    Cajun shrimp pasta is always my go to when I want to cook something quick for dinner. I’ve tried so many recipes but this is the best!! FLAVORFUL AND SUPER CREAMY!!

    Reply
    • Farah J says

      May 31, 2022 at 6:42 PM

      So happy to hear that! 🙂 thanks for trying it!

      Reply
  2. Kira says

    May 25, 2022 at 10:31 PM

    This was the best meal I have made so far!!❤️ I love it

    Reply
    • Farah J says

      May 31, 2022 at 6:41 PM

      So happy to hear that! Thank you for trying the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  3. Muskaan says

    May 27, 2022 at 3:40 PM

    Solid 10/10!!! So yummy & simple to make ! I give it 5 stars but for some reason it’s not letting me star it so I thought I’d mention that 🙂

    Reply
    • Farah J says

      May 31, 2022 at 6:41 PM

      Thank you so much for trying the recipe! 🙂

      Reply
  4. milenn walker says

    May 27, 2022 at 9:22 PM

    Loved this recipe so much, thank you for sharing it. For some reason it won’t let me rate this as a five star.

    Reply
    • Farah J says

      May 31, 2022 at 6:41 PM

      Thank you for trying the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sahar says

    June 2, 2022 at 4:32 PM

    This recipe was super easy to follow and delicious! My husband loved it so much that I made it again for lunch the next day. The best part are the tips! Definitely helps you feel confident.

    Reply
  6. Tony T. says

    December 13, 2022 at 8:20 PM

    Love this! Cooked this last night and turned out perfect! Thank you for sharing❤️‍🔥

    Reply
    • ami says

      April 28, 2023 at 7:11 PM

      my family really enjoyed this pasta! thank you for the recipe

      Reply
  7. Kacey says

    May 21, 2023 at 11:18 PM

    This is in my regular rotation. Love it so much!

    Reply

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