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Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo

Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo is a rich and flavorful dish that combines blackened seasoned shrimp and top sirloin with a creamy alfredo sauce. It's like a surf and turf over a bed of creamy pasta! It's just so good!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 1100 kcal
Course: Dinner

Ingredients

Pasta
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, raw, deveined, tail removed
  • 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Steak
  • 1 pound top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
  • ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
Sauce
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (476 g) heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups (200 g) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Pasta
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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add penne and cook al dente according to package directions.
  2. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water; drain the rest. Set aside.
Shrimp
  1. Season shrimp evenly with blackened seasoning.
  2. To a large, 13-inch skillet over medium heat, add oil. Once hot, add shrimp. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent to keep warm.
Steak
  1. Season steak evenly with blackened seasoning.
  2. Increase heat to high. Add butter to the skillet and allow it to start to melt. Place steak in the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned outside and pink inside. Transfer to the plate with shrimp and tent to keep warm.
Sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium. Add onions. Cook until softened (3-5 minutes).
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add heavy cream, ¼ to ½ cup of pasta water, parmesan cheese, blackened seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add noodles to the skillet and toss to coat. Add more pasta water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
  5. Top the pasta with the cooked shrimp and steak.
  6. Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion Calories 1100kcal (55%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1100

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 1100kcal 55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.