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Spice Up Your Dinner with Irresistible Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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Learn how to make delicious Cajun Shrimp Pasta. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

If you’re looking to lighten things up a bit, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or even coconut milk for a different twist. And if you like it extra spicy, feel free to add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Instructions

  1. Start by cooking the fettuccine according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, ensuring they’re well coated.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and garlic, cooking until the peppers are tender but still vibrant, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked fettuccine. Toss everything together, adding the Parmesan cheese and a splash of reserved pasta water if you need to loosen the sauce.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Remember, cooking should be fun. If you’re chatting on the phone with a friend while the pasta’s boiling, or sneaking a taste of the sauce, you’re doing it right. It’s all part of the experience.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International