Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet
Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan dish that brings together tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and pasta in a creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. This quick and flavorful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. In just 30 minutes, you can savor a deliciously satisfying dinner that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced smoked sausage until browned and crispy.
- Add chopped bell peppers and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and ranch dressing mix; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg