Description
This Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a bold and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a creamy, spicy Cajun sauce tossed over perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a restaurant-quality meal that’s easy enough to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter (plus more if needed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz fettuccine or preferred pasta
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more butter if needed and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth (or white wine) and let it reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Use andouille sausage or chicken instead of shrimp for a different protein option.Swap fettuccine for penne, linguine, or spaghetti.Add diced tomatoes or bell peppers for extra texture and flavor.Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free version.Adjust the Cajun seasoning to make it milder or spicier depending on your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
