20-Min Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Shrimp seared in a spiced skillet, tossed with penne in a luscious cream sauce spiked with tomato and Cajun heat. Ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 680
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil penne in salted water until al dente, about 9 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2
Pat shrimp dry. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, then add shrimp and season with Cajun spice.
Step 3
Sear shrimp 90 seconds per side without stirring until opaque and edges curl slightly. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add cream and diced tomatoes to the same skillet, stirring to combine. Simmer 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 5
Return shrimp to the pan, add cooked pasta, and toss until coated. Stir in parmesan and 0.5 cup reserved pasta water if needed.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning. Divide into bowls and top with green onions.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- measuring spoons
- measuring cups
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