Description
Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet is a vibrant one-pan dish that brings together succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and pasta in a creamy ranch sauce, all seasoned with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious, making it a must-try for any home cook. Serve this hearty meal with a side salad or garlic bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 12 oz Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, red and yellow)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bell peppers and onion.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced sausage until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in ranch dressing and chicken broth; mix well before adding cooked pasta. Stir gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg