Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya

If you are a fan of Cajun flavours then this Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya will be one to impress you and your friends. This fusion of Cajun and Italian cuisine brings many different flavors together and is a very comforting meal to have.

This dish isn’t super hard to make and can be whipped up pretty fast. I personally love this pasta and my kids really enjoy the taste of it.

This Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya meal is very versatile and you can easily change up the ingredients to make it suit your taste buds or dieting needs.

This is a great meal to impress your friends and family and will leave everyone who tries it very happy. This is a meal you can easily make to enjoy on a cozy weeknight dinner or at your next dinner party.

Why you should try Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya?

I love this recipe because of the Cajun flavors it has, its combination of ingredients makes it a very enjoyable meal to have. Between the tender shrimp, andouille sausage, and chicken, this meal is packed full of protein which is great after a gym workout.

Also as mentioned it’s a versatile meal and you can easily get rid of the sausage or chicken and add a different meat-free alternative such as tofu.

Pasts is a meal which keeps most people happy, especially kids.

Ingredients

• 8 oz. linguine pasta
• 8 oz. andouille sausage, sliced
• 8 oz. chicken breast, diced
• 8 oz. shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

How to Make Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya?

Step 1:

Put the pasta in boiling water. Cook it until it’s soft but still a little firm. Then, drain the water and set the pasta aside.

Step 2:

Cook the sausage and chicken until it’s brown.

Finally, cook the shrimp until they turn pink, and set them aside too.

Step 3:

Cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until they’re soft.

Step 4:

Mix in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning. Let everything cook together for a few minutes.

Step 5:

Put the cooked pasta, sausage, chicken, and shrimp back into the pan with the veggies and sauce. Stir everything together until it’s all mixed up and heated well.

Step 6:

Taste your Pastalaya and add some salt and pepper if you like. Then, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top to make it look nice.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet
• Pot for cooking pasta
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Wooden spoon or spatula

What pairs well with Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya?

This Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya recipe can easily pair well with many different starters, sides, and cold drinks.

I personally have had this pasta with Mazzios Ranch Recipe as it helps cool down the Cajun spices and makes it a bit more tolerable if you can’t handle spicy foods.

If you are in the mood for pasta and an alcoholic drink then I suggest pairing it with Hennessy Hustle or a cold glass of white wine.

Tips

• If you are not a fan of your pasta being too spicy then you can change the amount of Cajun seasoning you use. Start small and keep tasting, as you can easily add more.
• Feel free to change up the Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya with different ingredients. Add veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. You can easily swap the protein with other options like vegan sausage, or grilled tofu.

FAQ

Can I use a different type of pasta?

Of course, you can swap out the linguine for your favorite pasta. Penne or fettuccine would work well in this recipe.

How spicy is this dish?

You can alter the level of spice easily by changing the amount of Cajun you add to this recipe. If you prefer a milder flavor, simply reduce the amount of Cajun seasoning used.

How do I store leftovers?

To store any leftover Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya simply put it in a fridge once it’s cooled, and it can be eaten within 3 days.

Conclusion

Make sure you try to make this amazing Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya, it’s tasty, comforting, and super easy to make.

Whether you’re cooking for yourself or sharing it with loved ones, this dish will be one to put a smile on many faces.

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Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

25

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Total time

40

minutes

Treat yourself to a culinary adventure with the Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya. This flavorful dish combines traditional Cajun flavors with a unique Rainforest twist.

Ingredients

• 8 oz. linguine pasta

• 8 oz. andouille sausage, sliced

• 8 oz. chicken breast, diced

• 8 oz. shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can diced tomatoes

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

• Put the pasta in boiling water. Cook it until it's soft but still a little firm. Then, drain the water and set the pasta aside.
• Cook the sausage and chicken until it's brown. Finally, cook the shrimp until they turn pink, and set them aside too.
• Cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until they're soft.
• Mix in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning. Let everything cook together for a few minutes.
• Put the cooked pasta, sausage, chicken, and shrimp back into the pan with the veggies and sauce. Stir everything together until it's all mixed up and heated well.
• Taste your Pastalaya and add some salt and pepper if you like. Then, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top to make it look nice.

Notes

• If you are not a fan of your pasta being too spicy then you can change the amount of Cajun seasoning you use. Start small and keep tasting, as you can easily add more.
• Feel free to change up the Rainforest Cafe Pastalaya with different ingredients. Add veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. You can easily swap the protein with other options like vegan sausage, or grilled tofu.