Cajun Shrimp, Chicken and Bacon Scampi Pasta

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Season shrimp generously with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning and set aside.
2. 2In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside. Add diced pork belly to the same pan and cook until crispy and rendered, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside with bacon.
3. 3In the same pan with the bacon fat, add olive oil and sauté onions and red peppers until softened, about 5 minutes. Add both minced and sliced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Push vegetables to the side and add seasoned shrimp, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
4. 4Reduce heat to medium and add butter, letting it melt completely. Stir in heavy cream, remaining 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, Frank's RedHot, black pepper, and cayenne powder. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. 5Add the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and pork belly to the sauce. Toss everything together and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
6. 6Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with extra Parmesan on the side.