One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta
A spicy, creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun-seasoned shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, and tender linguine cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, large shrimp, peeled and deveined, Cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz linguine pasta, broken in half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz sliced andouille sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and slightly crispy. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside with sausage.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet and cook over medium heat for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz broken linguine pasta to the skillet. Bring mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened.
- Step 5: Return cooked sausage and shrimp to the skillet. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and cheese melts into the sauce before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Pasta?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
