Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe, a deliciously creamy dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your dinner table. This meal features tender shrimp seasoned with spicy creole seasoning, combined with perfectly cooked fettuccine and enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. Ideal for family dinners or date nights, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up this delightful meal in no time. Enjoy a hearty serving of this comforting pasta dish tonight!
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces uncooked fettuccine noodles
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 shallots (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1¼ cups heavy cream
- ⅔ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 tablespoons creole seasoning blend
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Season the shrimp with creole seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and sauté shallots for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink; add minced garlic in the last 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up brown bits, and reduce by half over medium heat.
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted; adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the shrimp mixture. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg