Description
A flavorful Cajun shrimp dish paired with creamy Parmesan pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if desired.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Cajun shrimp, creamy pasta, Parmesan pasta, quick dinner