Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine, a dish that brings together succulent shrimp and a rich, velvety sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine. This meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it also bursts with bold Cajun flavors that elevate your dining experience. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both comforting and satisfying. With customizable ingredients, you can easily adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a wide skillet, melt olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until pink and fully cooked through, then drizzle with lemon juice.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and add heavy cream and milk slowly while stirring. Incorporate Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the sauce, mixing thoroughly before folding in the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg