Blackened Shrimp Alfredo
Blackened shrimp alfredo features boldly seasoned shrimp and gluten-free pasta in a rich, creamy alfredo sauce.
Servings: 8
Calories: 528kcal
Ingredients
Blackened Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
Alfredo Sauce
- 12 oz gluten free pasta
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup parmesan
Instructions
Blackened Chicken
- Boil the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Drain it and set it aside.
- Mix the smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
- Add the shrimp to a medium bowl. Then, add the seasonings and toss until evenly coated.
- Heat the olive oli over medium heat in the wok. Sear the shrimp for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the shrimp are light pink and C-shaped.
- Trasnfer the shrimp to a plate.
Alfredo Sauce
- Lower the heat to medium low and add the butter to the wok.
- When the butter is melted, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt, stir well, and simmer for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and heavy cream and whisk until a smooth cremay sauce forms.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted. Then, cook, stirring occasionally until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Add the pasta to the sauce and toss well to coat. Then, gently fold in the shrimp.
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Notes
Storage
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Freezing this recipe is not recommended due to the cream used in the sauce.
- To reheat the pasta, place it in a pan with a touch of water and cook on medium-low until heated through. You can also microwave it at 30-second intervals until warm.
- If using frozen shrimp, defrost them in the refrigerator overnight.
- For faster defrosting, place the bag in a bowl of cold water.
- For food safety, never defrost shrimp at room temperature or in hot water.
- If using fresh shrimp, look for bright, firm shrimp with a fresh smell.
- Fresh shrimp should never be soft or dull-looking.
Nutrition
Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 625mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1262IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 1mg
