Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta
Creamy, juicy, and packed with bold Cajun flavors, this pasta dish is indulgent yet quick to prepare, making it perfect for weeknights.
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Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta of choice)
Proteins
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
Seasonings
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Cream and Cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Spices
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, seasoned with 1 tbsp of Cajun seasoning. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream, milk, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, smoked paprika, and remaining Cajun seasoning. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well-coated in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving and enjoy warm!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to prevent the cream from breaking.