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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Bold, spicy, and creamy, this one-pot pasta dinner brings a popular viral cajun flavor profile to your weeknight table.

⏱ 10 min prep · 15 min cookServes 4550 cal · 32g proteinspicycomfort

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 3 cup penne
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 count red bell pepper
  • 3 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil pasta until al dente.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, sauté shrimp and diced bell pepper in olive oil until shrimp is pink.

  3. 3

    Add minced garlic and cajun seasoning, stirring for one minute.

  4. 4

    Pour in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.

  5. 5

    Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until thoroughly coated.

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