A spicy, creamy, and flavor-packed Cajun pasta loaded with succulent shrimp, juicy chicken, and a rich, cheesy sauce—perfect for a comforting meal!

📋 Ingredients

🍝 8 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta of choice)
🍤 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
🐔 1 lb chicken breast, diced
🌶️ 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
🛢️ 1 tbsp olive oil
🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🥛 1 cup heavy cream
🥛 1 cup milk
🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🧀 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika
🌶️ ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
🧂 ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Directions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

🍝 Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain & set aside.

2️⃣ Season & Sauté the Chicken

🔥 Coat shrimp & chicken with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning.
🥄 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
🍗 Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden brown & fully cooked. Remove & set aside.

3️⃣ Cook the Shrimp

🧈 In the same skillet, melt butter & cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink & opaque. Remove & set aside.

4️⃣ Make the Cajun Cream Sauce

🧄 Reduce heat to medium-low & sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
🥛 Stir in heavy cream, milk, Parmesan, cheddar, smoked paprika, & remaining Cajun seasoning.
🔄 Mix well until sauce is smooth & creamy.

5️⃣ Combine & Serve

🍝 Add pasta, chicken, & shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
🌶️ Adjust seasoning with salt & red pepper flakes, if desired.
🌿 Garnish with fresh parsley & serve warm!

⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total: 35 minutes
🔥 Calories: ~580 kcal per serving | 🍽 Servings: 4

💡 Pro Tip: Pair with garlic bread & a crisp salad for a complete meal! 🥖🥗