Cajun Creamy Shrimp Pasta
This Cajun creamy shrimp pasta is loaded with tender shrimp, bold spices, and al dente pasta in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
Servings: 6
Calories: 685kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 12 oz gluten-free spaghetti
- ¾ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon OliveNation sweet smoked paprika
- 1 tsp OliveNation garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dry shallots heaping
For the Sauce
- ¾ cup parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup tomato sauce
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon Costabile garlic olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to the package instructions for al dent. Drain and set aside.
- Mix the shrimp with the paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, Cajun seasoning, and parsley in a medium bowl.
- Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Then, add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until slightly pink. Transfer them to a plate.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Add the dry shallots to the melted butter and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the tomato sauce and heavy cream. Stir well and add the parmesan cheese. Then, add the shredded mozzarella cheese and stir well. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Gently stir in the pasta. Then, add the cooked shrimp and serve.
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Notes
- If you're using fresh shrimp, look for shiny, full shrimp with bright eyes and a salty aroma. Shrimp should NEVER smell fishy or have a dull color.
- For safety, frozen shrimp should be thawed in the refrigerator overnight or in a large bowl of cold water. NEVER thaw shrimp at room temperature or in hot water.
- It only takes a few minutes, so watch them carefully to prevent overcooking.
- Shrimp are perfectly cooked when they're a pinkish color and C-shaped. O-shaped shrimp are overcooked and will be rubbery.
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended.
- To reheat, place the shrimp pasta in a sauce pan and cook over medium-low until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 685kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 190mg | Sodium: 1082mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2049IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 1mg
