Cajun Shrimp Scampi Recipe
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Cooling Time
5 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 -6
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Calories
707 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Shrimp Scampi Recipe
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This spicy Cajun Shrimp Scampi is an easy pasta dinner recipe perfect for any night of the week. It’s bold and flavorful with a hint of lemon and parmesan.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning or homemade Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 16 ounce angel hair pasta or your choice of pasta
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper optional, for extra spicy kick
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced (for garnish)
- lemon slices for garnish
- 1 cup pasta water optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the raw shrimp and 3 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning (depending on your heat preference) and toss to coat evenly. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- While the shrimp is marinating, cook the pasta according to the instructions in the package until al dente. Set aside 1 cup of pasta water (optional).
- Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated shrimp. Cook until they turn pink and form a C shape, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same hot skillet, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add the red onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Lower the heat to medium. Pour in 1½ cups of chicken stock and 1½ cups of heavy cream, stirring to combine. Scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon for added flavor.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, then stir. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more Cajun seasoning.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water. Then, add the cooked shrimp and combine everything.
- Garnish your Cajun shrimp pasta with fresh minced parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately on its own or with crusty bread on the side.
Notes
- Pat the shrimp dry: Ensure the shrimp are dried before you marinate them. This will keep them from boiling in the pan so they get a nice color on the outside.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: If you don’t have enough room in the skillet, cook the shrimp in batches if needed.
- Adjust the spice to taste: Use less or more Cajun seasoning based on your desired spice level. I like to taste-test the sauce and adjust as needed.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
707kcal
(35%)
Carbohydrates
64g
(21%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
37g
(57%)
Saturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
12g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
186mg
(62%)
Sodium
811mg
(34%)
Potassium
445mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1964IU
(39%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
307mg
(31%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 707 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 707kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 811mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 445mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1964IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 307mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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