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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta
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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is a vibrant and delicious dish that captures the festive spirit of New Orleans right in your kitchen. This creamy Cajun pasta is packed with tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and spicy sausage, all enveloped in a rich sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe combines bold flavors and colorful ingredients that create an unforgettable dining experience.

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 into rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  1. Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. Toss the shrimp and chicken with Cajun seasoning. Sear the chicken in a skillet until golden brown; then cook the shrimp until pink.
  3. In the same skillet, brown the turkey sausage and sauté the bell peppers and onion until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. For the sauce, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth followed by heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasonings. Combine cooked proteins and vegetables with the sauce.
  6. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce; use reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.

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