Description
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a creamy Cajun-spiced sauce.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook linguine 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 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked shrimp and linguine to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg