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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Delicious Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta for Cajun Lovers

Enjoy the flavors of New Orleans with this Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta, perfect for Cajun lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 850
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta Feel free to swap with fusilli or rigatoni.
For the Proteins
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Can be replaced with turkey or omitted.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Consider scallops as an alternative.
  • 8 ounces Andouille Sausage Try chorizo or kielbasa for different flavors.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mixed colors or one color.
  • 1 small Red Onion Can substitute yellow onion.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; substitute with garlic powder if needed.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For richness; can use half-and-half.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to your spice preference.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the proteins.
  • to taste Salt Crucial for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Crucial for enhancing flavors.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Adds fresh color and flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside with the chicken.
  4. Sauté the Sausage and Veggies: Add more olive oil, then sauté sausage for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic; cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
  5. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine Everything: Add chicken, shrimp, and pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, heating through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley and serve either on plates or family style.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 850kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 40gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to use different proteins or vegetables based on your preference.

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