Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish with perfectly seasoned shrimp in a rich, creamy sauce served over al dente penne pasta. This recipe is a flavorful twist on a classic pasta dish that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Penne Pasta:
- 8 oz penne pasta
Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp cajun seasoning, divided
Creamy Sauce:
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 Tbsp parsley to garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Boil penne pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain and keep warm.
- Sear the Shrimp: Coat shrimp with cajun seasoning. Sear in a skillet until cooked, then set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Saute garlic and tomatoes in butter. Add cream, cajun seasoning, and parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Mix shrimp and pasta with the sauce. Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan.
Notes
- Different cajun seasoning brands vary in saltiness and spiciness, adjust to taste.
- Variations: Try different pasta shapes or add your favorite vegetables to customize the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 240mg
