Creamy Creole Pasta with Blackened Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage

15 minutes Prep Time
35 minutes Cook Time
4 Servings


This rich and flavorful Creamy Creole Pasta combines blackened chicken, sautéed shrimp, and smoky andouille sausage, all tossed in a velvety sauce made with Red Gold Roasted Garlic Tomato Paste. The tomato paste adds a deep, robust garlic flavor that perfectly complements the bold Creole seasoning. Serve this comforting pasta dish for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal with friends.   @dinnerwithalexandria   @thefeedfeed

Ingredients

  • 1 package bucatini pasta (1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 6 ounces andouille sausage, sliced or chopped
  • 3 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning, more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 orange bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 small onion, sliced
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 can Red Gold® Red Gold Roasted Garlic Tomato Paste 6 oz

  • 2 cups heavy cream (16 ounces)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step one

Cook bucatini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water and set aside.

Step two

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in  a large skillet over medium heat. Add the andouille sausage slices and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step three

Season chicken breasts with Creole seasoning, garlic powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove and set aside.

Step four

Season shrimp with Creole seasoning, garlic powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook in the same skillet for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Step five

Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step six

Stir in Red Gold Roasted Garlic Tomato Paste and return the cooked sausage to the pan. Pour in the heavy cream and mix well. Season with Creole seasoning and garlic powder. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step seven

Return the shrimp to the pan and stir to combine. Toss the cooked bucatini pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

Step eight

Slice the blackened chicken and arrange it on top of the pasta or mix it in. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.