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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta: A Comforting Cajun Delight

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is a quick and creamy Cajun dish featuring shrimp, chicken, and andouille sausage.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Consider fusilli or rigatoni as alternatives.
For the Proteins
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Can be replaced with turkey.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Scallops can be substituted.
  • 8 ounces Andouille Sausage Chorizo or kielbasa works as alternatives.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix in spicy peppers for extra kick.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow onions are an alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Can substitute with garlic powder.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or non-dairy cream as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can also use butter or a neutral oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Chives can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add penne pasta, and cook until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: In the same skillet, add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Set aside with chicken.
  4. Sauté Sausage and Veggies: Add olive oil, sauté sausage for 2 minutes, then add bell peppers, onion, and garlic, cooking for an additional 4 minutes until tender.
  5. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 2-3 minutes, stir in Parmesan until melted, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine Everything: Return chicken and shrimp to skillet, add drained penne, and toss for 1-2 minutes to coat in sauce.
  7. Add Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle parsley over the dish and serve warm in a large bowl or individual plates.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure your penne is cooked al dente and adjust seasoning based on sausage saltiness. Use non-stick pans for easy cooking.

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