Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
Cajun Shrimp Alfredo is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich Alfredo sauce, seasoned with Cajun spices for a delightful kick. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine or pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the Alfredo sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg