Best Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Creamy Cajun pasta with seasoned shrimp and garlic Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta fettuccine, linguine, or penne
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: diced bell peppers or spinach
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta and reserve pasta water.
- Season and sear shrimp.
- Make cream sauce with garlic and broth.
- Add Parmesan and combine with pasta.
- Return shrimp, toss, and serve.
Notes
- Don’t overcook shrimp
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste
- Use pasta water for a silky sauce
- Best served immediately