Description
Delicious Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta that’s quick, easy, and perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta based on the package instructions. Once done, drain it and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sprinkle Cajun seasoning over them. Cook until the shrimp turns pink and cooks through, which usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Alfredo sauce. If you want to jazz it up a bit, feel free to add diced tomatoes at this stage. Mix everything well and let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the sauce, and mix thoroughly so each piece gets nicely coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then give it a final stir.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness if you like.
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun pasta, shrimp pasta, creamy pasta, quick dinner