Jambalaya Pasta with Penne, Chicken, Shrimp and Andouille

Salt for pasta cooking water plus 3/4 teaspoon, divided

dry penne rigate

olive oil, divided

peeled, deveined large shrimp

plus 1 teaspoon Essence, divided, recipe follows

boneless, skinless chicken breast, 1-inch diced

andouille sausage, diced into 1/2-inch pieces

freshly chopped thyme leaves

heavy cream

yellow onion, small diced

green bell pepper, small diced

minced garlic

chicken stock

diced tomatoes

freshly chopped basil leaves

grated Parmesan

paprika

salt

garlic powder

black pepper

onion powder

cayenne pepper

dried oregano

dried thyme