Description
A creamy and spicy pasta dish featuring Cajun-seasoned shrimp and a rich Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes to control spice level.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if a lighter version is preferred.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Cajun shrimp Alfredo, spicy pasta, creamy shrimp pasta