Description
A creamy and spicy Cajun shrimp pasta that explodes with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different variation.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg