Combining classic shrimp gumbo flavors with pasta creates an incredibly comforting dinner—ideal for fans of Louisiana-style cooking and pasta lovers alike. This one-pot Shrimp Gumbo Pasta is simple to prepare and comes together quickly.
Yes—pasta. Imagine the bold, spicy notes of gumbo paired with tender noodles. It’s an unexpected but delicious Cajun-Italian fusion.
As someone who follows a gluten-free diet, I often get asked whether I miss pizza, bread, and pasta. The short answer: absolutely. Thankfully, there are many excellent gluten-free pastas today, so you can easily adapt favorite recipes to a gluten-free version.
This recipe takes advantage of that flexibility—gumbo with pasta may be untraditional, but it’s a fun, flavorful way to enjoy both worlds.
Gumbo Pasta Ingredients:
Pasta Noodles: Use your preferred pasta. Gluten-free options made from quinoa and corn work well and stand in for traditional pasta in any dish.
Vegetables: The classic gumbo trio—bell peppers, onion, garlic—and celery provide a solid base of flavor.
Seasonings: Cajun seasoning, sea salt, fresh thyme, and parsley keep the seasoning straightforward while delivering authentic Cajun notes.
Proteins: Traditional gumbo often includes chicken, andouille sausage, crawfish, or shrimp. For this version, smoked chicken andouille sausage and shrimp are used.
Chicken Broth and Diced Tomatoes: Chicken broth acts as the cooking liquid for the pasta and the sauce base. Diced tomatoes add a touch of acidity that balances the spices.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
One-Pot Meal: Everything cooks in a single pot—no need to boil pasta separately or use a colander. Simple, efficient, and satisfying.
Easy Cleanup: Minimal dishes make this an excellent weeknight meal.
Great for Meal Prep: The recipe yields enough for 4–6 servings, so leftovers are ideal for lunches or quick dinners during the week.
How to Make Gumbo Pasta:
- Heat the oil over medium in a large stockpot or saucepan. Add the chopped onion and celery and sauté about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped bell peppers, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, and thyme. Sauté another 3–5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and drained diced tomatoes and bring to a full boil. Reduce the heat slightly and maintain a controlled boil for 15 minutes to deepen the sauce’s flavors.
- Add the penne pasta, pushing it down so it’s submerged in the liquid. Stir in the sliced andouille sausage and raw shrimp, making sure the pasta is covered. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 6–8 minutes until the pasta reaches your desired doneness. Avoid overcooking.
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and serve generous portions immediately.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
More Pasta Recipes:
- Chicken Pesto Pasta
- Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Hamburger Helper
- Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
- Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Ground Beef Stroganoff
It’s pasta season—enjoy!
One Pot Shrimp Gumbo Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning (salt-free if desired)
- 1 tsp kosher salt, to taste
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz chicken andouille sausage links, sliced
- 1 (8-oz) package penne pasta
- 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onion and celery and sauté about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add bell peppers, garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, and thyme. Sauté 3–5 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and drained diced tomatoes. Bring to a full boil, then reduce slightly and keep at a controlled boil for 15 minutes to build flavor.
- Add the penne, stirring and pressing it into the liquid so it’s submerged. Stir in sliced andouille and shrimp. Cover and simmer on low 6–8 minutes until pasta is tender. Avoid overcooking.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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