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CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA
This Cajun Shrimp Pasta recipe will have you saying goodbye to restaurant versions and hello to this epically delicious recipe! It’s loaded with fresh, colorful veggies, and juicy succulent shrimp smothered in a vibrant, creamy Cajun sauce with just the right amount of kick. This deceptively easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is quick to prepare with completely customize heat, veggies and you can even swap the shrimp for chicken or sausage (variations, tips and tricks included). No matter how you choose to serve this Cajun and Shrimp Pasta, your family will fall in love with this luxurious, gourmet tasting meal that comes together in minutes!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 30 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Jen📖 carlsbadcravings
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- bowl
- skillet
- pan
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Add shrimp to a medium bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Set aside.
Cajun seasoning (divided)2 tablespoonslime juice (divided)2 tablespoonslime juiceteaspoon garlic powder1/2
2
Cook fettuccine in salted water according to package directions just until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water then drain and set aside.
3
Working in two batches, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat in a large heavy bottom skillet. Add shrimp and spread into an even layer. Cook ⏱️ 3-4 minutes, just until shrimp are opaque and cooked through, flipping half way through. Scrape shrimp and juices into a bowl. Set aside. After shrimp is cool enough to handle, you can chop tails off if you desire.
butter (divided)2 tablespoonolive oil (divided)2 tablespoon
4
To the now empty pan, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell peppers, 1-3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (see notes), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and optional cayenne pepper (if you want it spicy); cook for ⏱️ 2 minutes. Add garlic, sprinkle in flour and cook 1 additional minute.
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5
Turn heat to low and whisk in chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth. Stir in diced tomatoes.
6
Increase heat to medium high and bring the sauce to a simmer. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, approximately ⏱️ 3-5 minutes.
7
Reduce heat to low and stir in lime juice followed by Parmesan cheese until melted. Stir in the cooked shrimp, and pasta until well coated in sauce, adding additional reserved pasta water or heavy cream if needed to reach desired consistency. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper and/or cayenne pepper to taste.
lime juice (divided)2 tablespoonslime juice
8
Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan Cheese, fresh parsley and lime juice (optional).
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