Cajun Shrimp Pasta
User Reviews
5.0
78 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
575 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Shrimp Pasta
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Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a flavor-packed 30-minute meal.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne or other pasta shape
- 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined, or large
- 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 bell peppers red & green, diced
- 8 ounces smoked sausage sliced, optional but recommended
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and garlic powder.
- In a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- While shrimp is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (firm). Drain well but do not rinse.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 2-3 minutes. Add peppers and sausage if using, and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and remaining cajun seasoning. Simmer uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Add pasta, parmesan cheese, and shrimp with any juices. Stir until heated through, and the cheese is melted. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
Notes
- Fresh parsley can be added for garnish.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
575
(29%)
Carbohydrates
40g
(13%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Cholesterol
275mg
(92%)
Sodium
1105mg
(46%)
Potassium
602mg
(17%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
3160IU
(63%)
Vitamin C
61mg
(68%)
Calcium
245mg
(25%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 575 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 575 | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 275mg | 92% |
| Sodium | 1105mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 602mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3160IU | 63% |
| Vitamin C | 61mg | 68% |
| Calcium | 245mg | 25% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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