Jambalaya Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons light olive oil, divided.
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8-14 ounces andouille or smoked sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick on the diagonal.
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces.
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1 tbsp, plus 1 tsp Cajun seasoning mix, divided.
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1 yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, about 1 cup's worth.
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4 cloves garlic, minced.
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1 red or yellow bell pepper, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces, about 1 cup's worth.
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1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes.
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth.
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8 ounces dry linguine or spaghetti pasta, broken in half.
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½ lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed (31-40 count).
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½ cup heavy cream.
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¼ cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped small.
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Additional salt and pepper, to taste.
# Instructions:
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Drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil into a large deep-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the sausage. Spread it across the pot and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned. Stir and cook for an additional minute or two. Transfer the sausage to a large bowl next to the stove.
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Add the remaining oil to the pot and then add the chicken. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of Cajun spices and stir to coat. Cook for 3 minutes, stir, and continue cooking for a couple more minutes.
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Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Stir and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until the onions are soft and the chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to the bowl with the sausage.
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Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, and remaining 2 teaspoons of spices to the pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta to the liquids. Stir, reduce to a simmer, and cover with a lid. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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Remove the lid and stir to separate the pasta as needed. Add the cream and shrimp. Stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 5 more minutes, until the shrimp is pinkish-orange and cooked through and the pasta is al dente.
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Add the sausage, chicken, and vegetables back to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, if needed. Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley. Remove from the heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Enjoy a fusion of Cajun flavors and Italian pasta with this Jambalaya Pasta recipe. Combining savory sausage, tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and a medley of vegetables, this dish brings the vibrant taste of New Orleans to your table.