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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta

Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort!

Experience the vibrant flavors of Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta, a quick and delicious dish inspired by New Orleans. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta can be substituted with fusilli or rigatoni
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast could replace with turkey or omit for seafood meal
  • 12 oz Shrimp scallops can be used as an alternative
  • 8 oz Andouille Sausage try chorizo or kielbasa for flavor twist
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers any color or spicy peppers for heat
  • 1 medium Red Onion can substitute with yellow onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) can substitute with garlic powder (1/8 tsp per clove)
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can lighten with half-and-half or non-dairy alternative
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese substitute with Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning adjust based on spice preference
For Cooking
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil can use butter or neutral oil
  • to taste Salt adjust to personal taste
  • to taste Pepper adjust to personal taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Parsley can substitute with chives

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, add to skillet, and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and mix with chicken.
  4. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, sauté andouille sausage for about 2 minutes. Then add bell peppers, red onion, and garlic, cooking for another 4 minutes until veggies are tender.
  5. Pour heavy cream into skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Return chicken and shrimp to skillet, add the drained penne pasta, and gently toss to coat in the sauce. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is sure to impress family and friends at any occasion!

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