Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a rich, spiced cream sauce with sweet corn and Parmesan. Each bite is the perfect balance of smoky Cajun heat and velvety creaminess, making it a standout meal that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare. Whether for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive date-night dish, this pasta promises comfort and bold flavor in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 π½οΈ
Prep Time: 10 minutes β±οΈ
Cooking Time: 20 minutes π₯
Total Time: 30 minutes β²οΈ
π Ingredients
- 300 g linguine or fettuccine pasta π
- 400 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined π€
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning πΆοΈ
- 2 tablespoons olive oil π«
- 1 tablespoon butter π§
- 3 garlic cloves, minced π§
- 1 small onion, finely chopped π§
- 1 red bell pepper, diced πΆοΈ
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) π½
- 1 cup heavy cream π₯
- Β½ cup chicken or vegetable broth π²
- Β½ cup grated Parmesan cheese π§
- Juice of Β½ lemon π
- Salt and pepper, to taste π§
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish πΏ