Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta Recipe
If you love bold and creamy pasta dishes, this Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta Recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 chicken breast sliced thin
- 8 ounces smoked sausage sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta in salted water. Cook until tender. Drain and set aside.
Season the Proteins
- Season shrimp and chicken with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat the Skillet
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the Chicken
- Add chicken slices to skillet. Cook until golden and fully cooked.
Cook the Sausage
- Add sliced sausage. Cook until lightly browned and fragrant.
Cook the Shrimp
- Add shrimp to skillet. Cook until pink and curled. Remove everything and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables
- Add onion and bell pepper to skillet. Cook until soft and slightly sweet.
Add Garlic
- Add minced garlic. Stir for one minute until fragrant.
Make the Sauce
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to gentle simmer.
Add Cheese and Spice
- Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Stir until sauce thickens.
Combine Everything
- Return chicken, sausage, shrimp, and pasta to skillet. Toss gently.
Finish and Garnish
- Cook two more minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
Do not overcook the shrimp.
Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice level.
Use heavy cream for a rich sauce.
Serve pasta hot for best texture.
Do not overcook the shrimp.
Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice level.
Use heavy cream for a rich sauce.
Serve pasta hot for best texture.