Chilis Shrimp Pasta Recipe
With its delicious combination of shrimp, penne pasta, and a rich Alfredo sauce, this dish brings the warmth of Cajun spices to your table.When I prepare it, I always use fresh garlic and a sprinkle of Parmesan on top for that extra punch of flavor.What I love most is the flexibility—not a fan of shrimp? Try substituting with grilled chicken!
Ingredients
- 12 oz. Spaghetti
- 1 lb. Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Pasta Water
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and let it cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
- Drain the pasta and reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water for later.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until it melts and combines into a creamy sauce.
- Add salt and pepper to your taste.
- Mix in the reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency as needed.
- Return the cooked shrimp and drained spaghetti to the skillet.
- Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
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