Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
This creamy, spicy Cajun shrimp and sausage pasta is made entirely in the Instant Pot. Bold flavor, minimal cleanup, and big comfort in one fast dinner.
Equipment
- Instant Pot Used for cooking pasta and proteins
- Knife and cutting board To prep ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 ounces andouille sausage sliced
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta uncooked
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning or to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley and lemon optional for garnish
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to sauté. Add olive oil, then sausage. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft.
- Add uncooked pasta and chicken broth. Stir well to prevent sticking. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Allow natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
- Open lid and switch back to sauté. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Mix until creamy.
- Add shrimp and stir gently until fully cooked and pink, about 3–5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Don't add shrimp during pressure cooking or they'll overcook.
- Use any short pasta—just keep it under 10 oz for this broth ratio.
- Add more Cajun seasoning or chili flakes if you want extra heat.
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