Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Chicken Pasta
Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta is a one-pot comfort dish loaded with tender rotini, juicy shrimp, seasoned chicken, and a spicy, velvety Cajun cream sauce. Perfect for weeknights or casual dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta of choice)
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add rotini and cook until al dente (about 8–9 minutes). Drain, drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking, and set aside.
- Toss shrimp and diced chicken separately with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning each until well coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
- Lower the heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping the pan to lift any browned bits.
- Stir in Parmesan and let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Add pasta, chicken, and shrimp back to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the creamy sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Turn off the heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if you like. Serve hot with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.