Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a creamy pasta dish packed with parmesan cheese, garlic, Cajun seasoning and tender shrimp. This restaurant quality meal is so quick and easy to make!
14ouncecan diced tomatoes, or canned crushed tomatoes
1 1/2cupsheavy whipping cream
1/2cupparmesan cheese, grated
Garnish
Parmesan cheese, grated
2Tbspparsley to garnish, chopped
Instructions
If using frozen shrimp, thaw them first by running cold water over them, or let thaw in fridge.
NOTE: While you are preparing the shrimp and the sauce, you can start cooking the pasta according to the package instructions to al dente and drain when finished. Be sure to add salt to the pasta water. Reserve 1 cup of the cooked pasta water in case you need to thicken the sauce.
Toss the shrimp with half of the Cajun seasoning. In a deep skillet or pan, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and sauté for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is no longer translucent and turns pink. Remove the shrimp from the pan and cover to keep warm.
In the same pan make the sauce. Do not wipe the pan clean. Over medium heat, add the butter, minced garlic and remaining half of Cajun seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute, or until butter is completely melted and garlic is fragrant.
Add in the diced tomatoes and sauté for 1 – 2 minutes.
Reduce heat to low. Slowly pour in the cream, stirring well to combine. Add in the Parmesan cheese and let simmer until sauce thickens.
Return the shrimp to the pan and add in the cooked pasta. Stir until all the pasta is coated with the sauce.
Garnish with more Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy!