Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta: A Delightfully Indulgent Recipe
This Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with the richness of a creamy sauce.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
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