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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Mardi Gras right in your kitchen with this Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta! This delightful dish is a celebration of bold tastes and comforting textures, featuring succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and flavorful sausage enveloped in a creamy Cajun sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, each bite bursts with color and richness, bringing the spirit of festivity to your dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine
  • 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. In a bowl, toss shrimp and chicken with half a tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown; remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Remove from pan.
  4. Sauté bell peppers and onion until softened; add garlic until fragrant.
  5. Melt butter in the skillet, whisk in flour to create a roux. Slowly add chicken broth followed by heavy cream until smooth.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings; simmer until thickened. Add back proteins and veggies, then combine with cooked pasta.
  7. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed before serving.

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