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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Cajun Shrimp Pasta recipe that makes for the BEST pasta dinner that is ready in under 30 minutes! Buttery cajun shrimp in a creamy cajun sauce mixed with pasta. An easy pasta dish packed with so much flavor!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 25 min⏳ Prep: 5 min🔥 Cook: 20 min👤 Valentina Ablaev📖 natashaskitchen
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●skillet
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Cook the penne pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Keep some of the pasta water for the sauce then drain the pasta and cover to keep warm.
penne pasta8 oz
2
Coat the shrimp with 1 Tbsp of the cajun seasoning. In a deep skillet, heat 1 Tbsp oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and saute for about ⏱️ 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is no longer translucent, remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
large shrimp (peeled and deveined)1 lbcajun seasoning (divided *or added to taste depending on brand used.)2 Tbsp
3
In the same skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter with the minced garlic and cook ⏱️ 30 seconds until fragrant. Add in the diced tomatoes and saute for about ⏱️ 2-3 minutes.
4
Pour in the heavy whipping cream, remaining 1 Tbsp cajun seasoning and grated parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer then reduce to medium/low heat and continue ⏱️ 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
cajun seasoning (divided *or added to taste depending on brand used.)2 Tbsp
5
Add the shrimp and pasta back into the skillet and stir until the noodles are coated in sauce and everything is heated through. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce. To serve, garnish with more parmesan and chopped parsley, if desired.
large shrimp (peeled and deveined)1 lb
Nutrition Facts
calories
523 kcal
fat Content
32 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2 g
sugar Content
2 g
sodium Content
745 mg
protein Content
25 g
trans Fat Content
1 g
cholesterol Content
289 mg
carbohydrate Content
33 g
saturated Fat Content
18 g
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