Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
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5.0
24 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
780 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a seafood delight packed with all of that delicious Cajun flavor! The best part: this family favorite meal is ready to eat in just 30 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- 1.5 pounds raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning divided
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 3 medium multi-color bell peppers sliced
- 1 bunch green onions chopped
- 8 ounces white or cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
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Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 3 minutes.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, chopped green onions, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning over the veggies and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked linguine and toss until evenly coated with the sauce and veggies.
- Top with the cooked shrimp and squeeze fresh lemon over the pasta. Serve hot.
Notes
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Nutrition Information
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Calories
780kcal
(39%)
Carbohydrates
66g
(22%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
44g
(68%)
Saturated Fat
26g
(130%)
Cholesterol
187mg
(62%)
Sodium
228mg
(10%)
Potassium
824mg
(24%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
4385IU
(88%)
Vitamin C
79.5mg
(88%)
Calcium
88mg
(9%)
Iron
2.2mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 780 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 780kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 66g | 22% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 26g | 130% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 228mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 824mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 4385IU | 88% |
| Vitamin C | 79.5mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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24 reviews
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