Ingredients for Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Garlic Cloves
- Onion
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
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How to Make Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta
- Cook 1 pound penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, dice 4 slices of bacon. In a large sauté pan, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving bacon grease in the pan.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the bacon grease. Add 1 chopped medium onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Remove onions and garlic from the pan and set aside with the cooked bacon.
- Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp to the pan and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat to low. Return the cooked bacon, onions, and garlic to the pan.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon paprika and 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference).
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the pan and toss to combine.
- Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
23 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
71g
Carbs
25g
