Crispy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
659 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine
Description
The Crispy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine centers on large, seasoned shrimp coated lightly with flour and pan-seared for about two minutes per side to achieve a crisp exterior. The fettuccine provides a satisfying, tender base. The sauce blends low-sodium chicken broth, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese, brought to a gentle boil to meld flavors and thicken slightly. Additional Cajun seasoning seasons the sauce to enhance the spiciness.
The creamy sauce coats the pasta and shrimp, balancing the heat and crispness of the shrimp. Garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan, the dish offers freshness and savory depth.
This pasta is best served warm, making it a suitable option for a dinner that combines seafood with creamy comfort. The recipe notes suggest selecting Cajun seasoning without salt to control overall seasoning and mention that chicken can be substituted for the shrimp. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4-5 days, supporting meal prepping needs.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce Fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound Shrimp deshelled and deveined, large
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with 1 tbsp of cajun spice and toss well. Drizzle the flour over the shrimp and toss in a bowl to make sure each shrimp is covered in flour.
- In a deep skillet add the butter and olive oil and heat over high heat. Add shrimp and cook on each side about 2 min until crisp. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet add chicken broth and heavy cream. Season with additional cajun spice if preferred and/or salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then add the Parmesan cheese and whisk. Add fettuccine and shrimp back to the pot and toss.
- Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Choose a Cajun seasoning without salt to prevent over-salting the dish.
- Chicken can replace shrimp if preferred, using the same preparation method.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 659 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 659kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 281mg | 94% |
| Sodium | 890mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2333IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 278mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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