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Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

This Cajun shrimp pasta is loaded with succulent shrimp and comforting noodles simmered in a creamy, spicy tomato sauce, perfectly spiced and easy to make!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 570 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

FOR THE PASTA
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 Jalapeno pepper chopped (optional – use bell pepper for milder)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 14 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce optional, for extra saucy
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasonings
  • 8 ounces pasta noodles I’m using penne noodles
  • ¾ cup heavy cream use sour cream or crema for a lighter version
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese + more for serving
FOR THE CAJUN SHRIMP
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1-2 tablespoons Cajun seasonings
  • For Garnish. Fresh chopped parsley, red pepper flakes

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil in a large pan or Dutch oven to medium heat. Add the onion and jalapeno. Cook for 5 minutes to soften.
  2. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute, until fragrant.
  3. Add the fire roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Cajun seasonings. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop. You can simmer longer if you’d like.
  4. While simmering, cook the pasta noodles in lightly salted boiling water to al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  5. While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a separate large pan to medium-high heat.
  6. Toss the shrimp in the Cajun seasonings, then add to the pan. Cook the shrimp 2-3 minutes per side, or until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  7. Stir the heavy cream and parmesan cheese into the simmering sauce until nice and creamy.
  8. Into the sauce, stir in the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp.
  9. Garnish and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 570kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 61mg (20%) Sodium 660mg (28%) Potassium 500mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 3164IU (63%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 208mg (21%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 570

% Daily Value*

Calories 570kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 660mg 28%
Potassium 500mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 3164IU 63%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 208mg 21%
Iron 3mg 17%

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