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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta
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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the festive spirit of Mardi Gras to your dining table. This easy-to-make pasta recipe features juicy shrimp, tender chicken, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy Cajun-inspired sauce. With its rich flavors and enticing aroma, this dish is perfect for both special occasions and cozy family dinners. In about 40 minutes, you can enjoy a hearty meal that will impress everyone at your table.

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
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil linguine or fettuccine in salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water; set aside.
  3. In a bowl, toss shrimp and chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  4. Sauté chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown; remove from skillet.
  5. Cook shrimp in the same skillet until pink; remove from skillet.
  6. Brown turkey sausage in the skillet; remove from skillet.
  7. Sauté bell peppers in remaining olive oil until softened.
  8. Add garlic and cook until fragrant; remove from skillet.
  9. Melt butter in the skillet, whisk in flour to make a roux for 1–2 minutes.
  10. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth; add Parmesan cheese and spices.
  11. Reintroduce cooked proteins and vegetables to the sauce; mix well.
  12. Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adjusting thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
  13. Serve garnished with parsley and additional Parmesan.

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