Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

About this recipe

This Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta combines the rich flavors of Cajun-spiced shrimp with a creamy pasta sauce that's sure to delight. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish brings a taste of New Orleans to your table in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 8 ounces linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Boil linguine in salted water until just al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   Toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and olive oil.

3. 3

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink. Remove and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers and onion until softened.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to medium, add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Add heavy cream and Parmesan, stirring until sauce is smooth.

7. 7

   Return shrimp to the pan, add pasta and reserved pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.