Easy Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine Delight Recipe
Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine is a creamy pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices, combined with fettuccine and fresh tomatoes. It's a flavorful and satisfying main course perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
- Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside, then pour heavy cream into the skillet.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the cream and simmer for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Return fettuccine and shrimp to the skillet, tossing to combine with the sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy, season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Adjust Cajun seasoning to your taste for a spicier or milder dish.