Creamy Cajun Pasta Delight
Creamy Cajun Pasta Delight is a luscious pasta dish that combines the richness of heavy cream with the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning. Perfectly cooked fettuccine or penne is enveloped in a velvety sauce, complemented by your choice of succulent shrimp or tender chicken. This easy, 30-minute recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, delivering a delightful dining experience with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb shrimp or chicken, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté protein: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook shrimp or chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Make the sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the mixture.
- Add cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined; add a splash of pasta water if needed.
- Combine: Fold cooked pasta into the sauce until coated, allowing it to simmer for another minute.
- Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 180mg