Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta

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### 👩‍🍳 How to Make It

#### 1. **Cook the pasta**
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.

#### 2. **Season & cook the chicken**
Toss chicken slices in Cajun seasoning. Sauté in a large skillet with a bit of oil until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

#### 3. **Sear the shrimp**
In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and just cooked. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

#### 4. **Make the creamy Cajun sauce**
Add a touch more oil or butter to the skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and let it reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan, then season with more Cajun spice to taste. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens.

#### 5. **Bring it all together**
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, along with the chicken and shrimp. Toss everything to coat, adding reserved pasta water a bit at a time if needed to loosen the sauce. Finish with chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan.

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### 🍽 Serving Ideas

This pasta is a meal all on its own, but it pairs beautifully with:
– Garlic bread or warm, crusty baguette
– A simple green salad with a tangy vinaigrette
– Roasted or steamed veggies like asparagus or broccoli

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### 🌶 Tips & Variations

– **Make it spicier**: Add cayenne or extra crushed red pepper.
– **Lighter version**: Use half & half instead of cream, or add a splash of milk and a bit of cream cheese.
– **Vegetarian twist**: Skip the shrimp and chicken, and load up on mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini instead.
– **Make-ahead**: The sauce can be prepped in advance and gently reheated before tossing with fresh pasta.

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### ✨ Final Thoughts

**Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta** is everything you want in a dinner: rich, flavorful, and just the right amount of spicy. It’s a restaurant-style dish you can pull off at home, with pantry staples and minimal fuss. Whether you’re cooking for your family, date night, or just treating yourself, this pasta is guaranteed to impress.

So grab a fork, dig in, and prepare to fall in love with every bold, creamy bite. 😍🍝

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