Description
A flavorful and creamy Cajun shrimp fettuccine dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich, spicy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and mix until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg