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Shrimp and Sausage Pesto Pasta

Savory Shrimp and Sausage Pesto Pasta in One Pan

A delicious Shrimp and Sausage Pesto Pasta that’s perfect for busy weeknights, combining flavors that everyone adores.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta or your favorite pasta type
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces Smoked Sausage pre-cooked varieties
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus diced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Paste or Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Sun Dried Tomatoes chopped
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pesto homemade or store-bought
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or another cooking oil
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or Parmesan
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Cook the penne pasta until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the pot. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add smoked sausage to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  4. Drizzle in another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the asparagus and onion for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  5. Add minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute. Return shrimp and sausage to the pot with cooked penne, sun-dried tomatoes, and pesto. Stir to combine.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the mix. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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