Print

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the South to your dinner table. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender shrimp seasoned with a homemade Cajun spice blend, complemented by colorful bell peppers and a creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this pasta dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. With just 30 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can enjoy a hearty meal that’s both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp (peeled, deveined)
  • 2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red, diced)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 12 ounces bowtie pasta
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 3 tablespoons flat leaf parsley (chopped + more for serving)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning ingredients. Coat the shrimp with olive oil and most of the seasoning.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter and cook shrimp until they curl into a 'C' shape; remove from pan.
  4. Sauté bell peppers and onions in the same skillet with remaining seasoning until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and parsley; bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta; mix well, adding reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://dailytastytable.com/cajun-shrimp-pasta/

save me