Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta: Easy Comfort Food for Busy Nights
This creamy Cajun shrimp pasta is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and shrimp; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until the shrimp are pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta