Description
This Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet is a weeknight dinner dream—quick, creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor. It’s a one-pan wonder perfect for those who crave Southern heat and comforting creaminess in every bite. Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and pasta come together in a velvety Cajun ranch sauce, making it a knockout choice for everything from easy dinner nights to casual hosting. If you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes with shrimp, or spicy comfort food that brings everyone to the table, this skillet has it all.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and sear until browned on both sides, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Season shrimp with half of the Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream. Stir in ranch seasoning and remaining Cajun seasoning. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Add cooked pasta, sausage, and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat and let everything simmer together for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes