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Cajun chicken and shrimp pasta in blue bowl
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The Best Cajun Chicken And Shrimp Pasta Recipe

The finest cajun chicken and shrimp pasta recipe. It's flavorful and ready in 40 minutes or less! Simple to make on a busy weeknight.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 People
Calories 1782kcal
Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 2 Chicken Breast; Cuting into bite size pieces
  • 4 Tbsp. Cajun Seasoning Divided
  • 2 Lbs. Jumbo Raw Shrimp cleaned
  • ½ Cup Diced Sweet White onions
  • 4 Minced garlic cloves
  • 1 Bell Pepper; Any color will work
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1½ Tsp. Kosher salt
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Tbsp. Parsley Flakes
  • 1 Tbsp. All-Purpose Flour
  • Cooked Fettuccine Pasta (from 1 box)
  • Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 Green Onions
  • ¾ tsp. Belans

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil. Then add the chicken and cook completely. Turn occasionally to cook all sides. Cook until the water starts to dissolve. Once the water has almost dissolved add 1 tbsp. of Cajun seasoning.
    Add the shrimp. Continue cooking until the shrimp is cooked completely.
    Remove the shrimp and chicken from the pan and set aside. Add the onions, add the minced garlic cloves, garlic, and peppers
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  • Reduce the heat to a low temperature. Add creamer, Belans seasoning blend, water, and parsley flakes. Bring to a boil. While whisking or stirring, add 1 tbsp. flour. Add the pasta and toss to combine.
    Add in the remaining 1 tbsp. cajun seasoning, meat, and shrimp. Toss to combine. Then add 1 tsp. kosher salt. Toss again and cover and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes on low heat until pasta is completely cooked. Top with Parmesan Cheese and serve immediately. Enjoy!
    Cajun Chicken And Shrimp Pasta Recipe in white bowl

Notes

*** Calories are estimated Per Serving
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Nutrition

Serving: 6People | Calories: 1782kcal | Carbohydrates: 267g | Protein: 88g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 307mg | Sodium: 3459mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 72mg