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Cajun Shrimp Pasta

This Cajun shrimp pasta is so quick and easy to make. Creamy, spicy and delicious! You can have dinner ready in less than 20 minutes.

Servings

Cook Time

15minutes

Servings

Cook Time

15minutes

Ingredients

1lb. Shrimpraw peeled and deveined / jumbo or extra-large (tail-off)
12ounces bow tie pasta
2tablespoons olive oil
1tablespoon minced garlic
2tablespoons Cajun seasoninghomemade or store-bought (homemade recipe link in notes)
1/3cup white wineI used Sauvignon blanc
1/4cup unsalted butter
1 1/2cups heavy cream
1 1/2cups Parmesan cheesefinely grated
115 oz. can diced tomatoesdrained – no salt added

Instructions

If you are using frozen shrimp, thaw them first by running under cold water. Remove all the tails prior to cooking the shrimp. While you are making the shrimp and sauce, boil your pasta according to the package instructions and drain when finished. Note: Make sure you add salt to your pasta water.
In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat then add 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning. Swirl to combine the oil and seasoning. Cook the shrimp in the spicy oil until fully cooked, about 2 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink, opaque and fully cooked. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate or a bowl and set aside. Tent with foil to keep warm.
Use the same pan to make the sauce, do not wipe it down. Add the wine to the pan to deglaze it, and simmer for 1 – 2 minutes. Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until butter is completely melted and garlic is fragrant, whisk to combine.
Stir in the heavy cream and 1 tablespoon of Cajun Seasoning. Bring to a simmer and keep at a simmer for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low then add the parmesan cheese to the pan and whisk quickly to combine, just heating through. Stir in the diced tomatoes, pasta and cooked shrimp. Serve hot and enjoy!

Recipe Notes