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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Savory Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta: A Festive Feast at Home

This Creamy Cajun Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is a vibrant culinary celebration with shrimp, chicken, and andouille sausage.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Louisiana, Southern
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta or fusilli or rigatoni
For the Protein
  • 1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast can be swapped for turkey or omitted
  • 1 lbs Shrimp or scallops as an alternative
  • 8 oz Andouille Sausage or chorizo or kielbasa
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers mix in spicy peppers for heat if desired
  • 1 medium Red Onion or yellow onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic or garlic powder (1/8 tsp per clove)
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half or non-dairy alternative
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning adjust based on spice preferences
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or butter or neutral oil
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or chives

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and generously salt it. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, then add it to the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, then remove and keep warm.
  3. Using the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Set them aside with the chicken.
  4. Add more olive oil if needed, then toss in the sliced andouille sausage. Sauté for 2 minutes, then add bell peppers, red onion, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Return the chicken and shrimp to the skillet, add the drained pasta, and toss gently with tongs or spatula until well coated in the creamy sauce. Allow the dish to meld for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm directly from the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cook pasta al dente to absorb the delicious sauce without becoming mushy. Adjust seasoning based on individual preference.

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