This easy cajun pasta be poppin recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Cajun Pasta be Poppin
This easy cajun pasta be poppin recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- oz. Shrimp peeled and deveined
- Large chicken breasts cut into pieces
- Links of andouille sausage cut into slices
- Tbsp. Butter divided
- Tbsp. Cajun seasoning divided
- tsp Ground thyme
- Onion chopped
- Bell pepper chopped
- lb. Linguini cooked and drained
- ā C. Of the pasta cooking liquid reserved
- C. Heavy whipping cream
- Can Diced tomatoes
- tsp. Minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 Tbsp. butter in a skillet over medium high heat and saute the shrimp with 1 Tbsp cajun seasoning until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add the sausage to the skillet and saute until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Place 2 Tbsp butter into the skillet and saute the chicken pieces with 1 Tbsp of cajun seasoning until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Put the remaining 2 Tbsp of butter into the skillet and saute the onions and peppers over medium heat until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and reserved cooking liquid. Saute for 30 seconds.
- Mix in the heavy whipping cream, diced tomatoes and thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add the meat back to the skillet as well as the linguini noodles. Stir to combine well and serve.
Tips for the Best Cajun Pasta be Poppin
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking cajun pasta be poppin.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.