Cajun Shrimp Pasta: A Flavorful Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and quick Cajun shrimp pasta recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked linguine and toss to combine.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add more Cajun seasoning for extra heat.
- Substitute pasta with zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 milligrams
Keywords: Cajun Shrimp Pasta