Description
A creamy, Cajun-spiced shrimp stroganoff that is comforting and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or egg noodles
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine or egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until translucent. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and then return shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked noodles with sauce and serve, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or a lower-fat cream. You can swap noodles for whole wheat or gluten-free options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Keywords: shrimp stroganoff, creamy pasta, Cajun recipe, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner