Name: Pasta for a Festive Weeknight
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 18 oz. Multi-colored spiral pasta; Olive oil to coat pasta; 8 Tbsp Butter, divided; 1 lb. Boneless chicken breast, bite-sized; 8 oz. Andouille sausage, sliced thin; 2 Tbsp Cajun seasoning; 12 oz. Mushrooms, sliced; 1 Cup Green onions, chopped; 1 tsp. Garlic, minced; 1 tsp. Dried rosemary, crumbled; 1/2 tsp. Dried thyme, crumbled; 1/2 Cups Heavy cream; 8 oz. Shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 Tbsp. Parsley, crumbled; 2 Cups Romano cheese, grated

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Pasta for a Festive Weeknight

Author: Adam Moore Cooking Method: Sauteing Cuisine: American, Cajun, Italian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: Dairy High Protein Non Vegetarian

Party / Entertaining Quick Meals

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 10 Calories: 520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

A spectacular Cajun pasta — chicken and andouille sautéed with Cajun seasoning, mushrooms, green onions, garlic, rosemary, and thyme, finished with heavy cream and shrimp, then tossed with al dente spiral pasta and generous amounts of Romano. The kind of dish that earns a standing request for the recipe.

Instructions

Cook pasta to al dente in a large heavy pot. Drain and toss with a little olive oil. Set aside.
Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and andouille. Season with Cajun seasoning and cook, stirring, until chicken is ¾ done, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a platter.
Melt remaining butter in the pan. Add mushrooms, green onions, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Sauté 3–4 minutes.
Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Return chicken and sausage to the pan.
Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3 minutes.
Add pasta and toss to combine. Season with parsley and Romano cheese.
Serve immediately with additional Romano on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 520kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 11g56%
Cholesterol 140mg47%
Sodium 680mg29%
Total Carbohydrate 46g16%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 3g
Protein 34g68%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Do NOT rinse the pasta after draining — the starch on the pasta surface is what allows the sauce to cling. Just toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.

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Pasta for a Festive Weeknight