Ingredients
– 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 8 ounces crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 small onion, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Shrimp & Crab Pasta with Creamy Cajun Sauce is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Create the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently.
5. Add Cajun Seasoning: Stir in the Cajun seasoning and adjust the quantity based on your spice preference. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting it thicken slightly.
6. Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed shrimp, crab meat, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Gently mix to combine and allow everything to heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
7. Toss with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
8. Final Touch: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g