
This indulgent pasta dish is loaded with juicy shrimp, tender chicken, and seared steak, all tossed in a creamy Cajun-spiced Alfredo sauce. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or when youβre craving a restaurant-quality meal at home!
π Prep Time: 15 minutes
β³ Cook Time: 30 minutes
β± Total Time: 45 minutes
π½ Servings: 4-6
π₯ Calories per Serving: ~650
π Ingredients
For the Proteins:
- π€ Β½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- π 1 large chicken breast, sliced
- π₯© 1 small steak (ribeye, sirloin, or strip), sliced
- π§ 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
- π’ 2 tbsp olive oil
- π§ 2 cloves garlic, minced
- π§ 2 tbsp butter
For the Pasta & Sauce:
- π 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- π§ 2 more cloves garlic, minced
- π§ 3 tbsp butter
- π₯ 2 cups heavy cream
- π§ 1 Β½ cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- πΏ Β½ tsp Italian seasoning
- πΆοΈ Β½ tsp smoked paprika
- π§ Salt & pepper, to taste
- π Juice of Β½ lemon (optional, for brightness)
For Garnish:
- πΏ Chopped fresh parsley
- π§ Extra Parmesan cheese
π©βπ³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Cook the Pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2οΈβ£ Season & Cook the Steak:
- Season steak strips with 1 tsp Cajun seasoning.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
3οΈβ£ SautΓ© the Chicken & Shrimp:
- Season chicken and shrimp with remaining Cajun seasoning.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil & 1 tbsp butter.
- Cook chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove.
- Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
4οΈβ£ Make the Cajun Alfredo Sauce:
- Melt butter in the skillet, then add garlic and sautΓ© for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
5οΈβ£ Combine Everything:
- Toss the fettuccine into the sauce.
- Add back the steak, chicken, and shrimp, mixing everything until well coated.
- Squeeze in lemon juice for extra brightness.
6οΈβ£ Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, then dig in!
π― Why Youβll Love This Recipe
βοΈ Creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor!
βοΈ A restaurant-quality dish at home!
βοΈ Three proteins in one meal for ultimate indulgence!
βοΈ Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or comfort food cravings!
π₯ Helpful Tips
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Want it spicier? Add a dash of cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes.
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Prefer a smoky kick? Use blackened seasoning instead of Cajun.
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Lighten it up by swapping heavy cream for half-and-half.
Enjoy your Cajun Shrimp, Chicken & Steak Alfredo Pastaβrich, creamy, and packed with bold Cajun flavors! π€ππ₯©π Let me know if you need more amazing pasta recipes! π
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