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Creamy Cajun Linguine pasta dish with shrimp and spices

Creamy Cajun Linguine

A delicious one-pan meal that combines creamy linguine with juicy shrimp and Cajun spices for a flavor explosion in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sauce and Mixing
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  2. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  3. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, mixing until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure to time your pasta cooking with your sauce preparation for perfect al dente texture. You can swap shrimp for chicken or veggies, and feel free to add more cream for a saucier dish.