If you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make pasta dish, this Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta recipe is perfect for you. The combination of juicy shrimp, spicy Cajun seasoning, and creamy sauce will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of pasta
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning, and cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the same skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until they are softened and slightly charred.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back to the skillet, and toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta!