Description
Bring the festive flavors of New Orleans into your home with this Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta. This creamy, hearty dish combines succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and zesty sausage enveloped in a rich sauce, making it perfect for any occasion—from busy weeknights to family gatherings. In just around 40 minutes, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal that delights both kids and adults alike. The best part? It’s customizable to suit your preferences and dietary needs. Enjoy the vibrant colors and comforting textures that make every bite feel like a warm hug!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine
- 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound turkey sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook linguine or fettuccine until al dente.
- Toss shrimp and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken pieces until golden brown (4–5 minutes).
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink (2–3 minutes). Remove both from the skillet.
- Brown turkey sausage slices in the same skillet.
- Sauté bell peppers and onion until softened (4–5 minutes).
- Create a roux by melting butter and whisking in flour until golden brown (1–2 minutes).
- Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream while whisking continuously until smooth.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings; simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine proteins and vegetables back into the sauce; toss with cooked pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg