Description
Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet is a delicious one-pan meal that combines tender shrimp and spicy Andouille sausage in a creamy, flavorful sauce. This vibrant dish, infused with Cajun seasoning and ranch dressing, is perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to gatherings with friends. Quick to prepare and bursting with color, it promises satisfaction in every bite, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced sausage for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and ranch dressing mix; cook until shrimp turns pink, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer on low for about 2 minutes until combined.
- Toss in cooked pasta until evenly coated in sauce. Serve warm with fresh parsley garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg