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Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta

Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta is a luscious, flavor-packed dish that brings the taste of gourmet dining right to your kitchen. This recipe features perfectly cooked fettuccine tossed with succulent shrimp and tender steak, all enveloped in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish balances heat and creaminess in every bite. With minimal prep time and straightforward instructions, you'll be savoring each delicious forkful in no time.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, sliced thin
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant; add shrimp with half the Cajun seasoning. Cook until pink (3-4 minutes) then remove.
  3. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter; add sliced steak with remaining seasoning. Sear until browned (4-5 minutes) then remove.
  4. Lower heat; add heavy cream to the skillet and scrape up brown bits. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  5. Combine shrimp, steak, and pasta in the sauce; toss to coat well.
  6. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.
Avoid overcooking the shrimp—cook just until pink!
Customize with vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.

  • Author: Marlene
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1¼ cups (300g)
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 870mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 19g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Avoid overcooking the shrimp—cook just until pink! Customize with vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.