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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine
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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender shrimp seasoned with bold Cajun spices, al dente fettuccine pasta, and a rich, velvety cream sauce. Perfectly balanced with spicy, creamy, and savory elements, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Enjoy a comforting meal that is both indulgent and light.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 pound fresh or thawed peeled and deveined shrimp

Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (blend of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and herbs)

Pasta

  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter (plus extra if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Mix the Cajun seasoning. Finely chop garlic and onion to ensure they infuse the sauce with maximum flavor.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving one cup of pasta water for later use.
  3. Sauté the Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, and cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add extra butter if needed. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent. Slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly, then simmer gently to combine flavors.
  5. Finish the Dish: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Return cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until sauce reaches your desired consistency.

Notes

  • Use fresh or fully thawed shrimp for best texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery bites.
  • Season shrimp and sauce separately for deeper flavor layering.
  • Reserve pasta water to help sauce cling to pasta perfectly.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melt and richer taste.

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Keywords: Cajun shrimp, creamy pasta, fettuccine, quick dinner, spicy creamy sauce, seafood pasta

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