Rasta Pasta Recipe
penne/blackened chicken/Cajun shrimp/chorizo/roasted red pepper/green pepper/red onion/tomato/Cajun cream sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Proteins
Vegetables
Cajun Cream Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by chopping the roasted red pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, and tomato into small pieces. Set aside.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 3
Prep the Shrimp and Chorizo
Peel and devein the shrimp. Slice the chorizo sausage into rounds.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Cook the Proteins
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest before slicing.
- 6
Sauté the Chorizo and Shrimp
In the same skillet, add the sliced chorizo and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to brown. Add the shrimp and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 7
Make the Cajun Cream Sauce
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and add Cajun seasoning, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked penne pasta, sautéed vegetables, sliced chicken, shrimp, and chorizo into the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
