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Cajun Shrimp One-Pot Pasta

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; set aside.
  2. Heat butter and oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. Cook bell pepper in same pot 2-3 minutes until soft. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more.
  4. Stir in fettuccine, broth, cream, tomatoes, and remaining 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning.
  5. Bring to a boil; reduce to medium. Cook 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in Parmesan until melted; return shrimp and toss to coat.
  7. Taste and add salt if needed. Garnish with green onions; serve immediately.