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One Pot Shrimp Creole Pasta

Course One pot
Keyword cajun, One Pot, pasta
Cook Time 30 minutes
Author thedishnextdoor

Equipment

  • 1 pot

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. creole seasoning (homemade or any brand of your choice)
  • ½ lb. Jumbo raw shrimp, deveined, tails removed, and cut into thirds
  • 1 Tbl. Olive oil
  • 2 Cajun sausage links, sliced into ½-inch coins
  • ½ yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced (about ½ cup)
  • ½ cup cremini mushrooms, sliced (about 6-8 mushrooms total)
  • 2 Tbl. butter
  • 1 Tbl. All-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbl. tomato pasta
  • 1/4 slice lemon wedge, juiced
  • 2 cups chicken stock (or water)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz. bow tie or penne pasta
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp and creole seasoning together until well combined. Set aside and allow to rest.
  • In a large pot over medium-heat, add in oil. Once hot, add the sausages and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Transfer sausages to a bowl, leaving any drippings behind in the pot and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add in the onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the onion is translucent and veggies are tender.
  • Add in the butter and lemon juice. Stir for 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and flour. Continue to mix and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Stir in the stock (or water if using), heavy cream, and pasta.
  • Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  • After 10-12 minutes, uncover the pot and add in the cooked sausages and shrimp. Cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat, cover the pot once more, and let rest for 10 minutes. No peeking!
  • After the last 10 minutes, stir in the red pepper flakes (is using) and grated parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with bread or your choice of sides.