Cajun Ranch Shrimp and Sausage Pasta Skillet

• total time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

8 oz. penne pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

8 oz. smoked sausage, sliced

1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 bell pepper, diced

1 small onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 packet ranch dressing mix

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in the shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and ranch dressing mix. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your meal!"