Description
Cajun Blackened Shrimp Alfredo Skillet
Ingredients:
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice, cooked
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2 tbsp butter
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped parsley or red pepper flakes
Instructions:
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Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
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Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, then add shrimp back to the skillet. Mix well to coat.
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Serve warm, garnished with parsley or red pepper flakes if desired.