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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta
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Bring the festive spirit of Mardi Gras to your dinner table with this vibrant Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta. This dish is a delightful celebration of flavors, combining succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and savory sausage in a creamy Cajun sauce that’s sure to impress your family and friends. With colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices, this pasta dish not only looks stunning but also delivers on taste. In just about 40 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit different tastes and dietary preferences. Grab your apron and let’s create a delicious meal that captures the essence of New Orleans!

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 turkey sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. In a bowl, toss shrimp and chicken with half of Cajun seasoning. Sear chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden; remove.
  3. Cook shrimp in the same skillet until pink; remove.
  4. Brown turkey sausage in the skillet for 2–3 minutes; set aside.
  5. Sauté bell peppers and onion until softened; add garlic and cook for another minute.
  6. Make the sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour. Gradually add chicken broth and cream until smooth.
  7. Stir in cheese, remaining Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper; simmer until thickened.
  8. Combine cooked proteins and veggies with the sauce; mix in drained pasta along with reserved pasta water if needed.

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