Best 7 Cajun Creamshrimp Sauce Over Linguini Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the tantalizing world of Cajun cream shrimp sauce over linguini. This delectable dish offers a perfect balance of bold, spicy flavors and creamy indulgence, making it a feast for the taste buds. With plump shrimp cooked to perfection, coated in a creamy, flavorful sauce, and tossed with al dente linguini, this dish promises an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to impress your dinner guests or a home chef seeking a new favorite recipe, this Cajun cream shrimp sauce over linguini is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA



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Cajun Shrimp Pasta recipe that makes for the BEST pasta dinner that is ready in under 30 minutes! Buttery cajun shrimp in a creamy cajun sauce mixed with pasta. An easy pasta dish packed with so much flavor!

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz penne pasta
1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp cajun seasoning (divided)
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (plus more to serve)
2 Tbsp parsley to garnish ( (optional))

Steps:

  • Cook the penne pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the water and cover the pasta to keep warm.
  • Coat the shrimp with 1 Tbsp of the cajun seasoning. In a deep skillet, heat 1 Tbsp oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and saute for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is no longer translucent, remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter with the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add in the diced tomatoes and saute for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in the heavy whipping cream, remaining 1 Tbsp cajun seasoning and grated parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer then reduce to medium/low heat and continue 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
  • Add the shrimp and pasta back into the skillet and stir until noodles are coated in sauce and everything is heated through. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 289 mg, Sodium 745 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA WITH CAJUN CREAM SAUCE



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This is not for the diet conscious! This is a great side for chicken or shrimp, and served with steamed broccoli. Sub chicken broth for the wine and bouillon, ir desired.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Cajun

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb dry pasta (I like rigatoni)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1 cup white wine
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning (or creole-use your favorite)
1 tablespoon sweet smoked paprika
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 pint heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In large stockpot, boil water for pasta.
  • In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic, saute additional 1 minute.
  • Stir chicken bouillon into white wine and add to pan.
  • Using a wooden spoon, scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce to half - about 3 minutes.
  • In the meantime, cook your pasta to the al dente stage.
  • Add cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato paste to the sauce. Stir.
  • Add heavy cream. When the cream mixture is almost bubbling, turn heat to low. Let the crème mixture reduce to half - about 5 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta very well - add pasta to the crème sauce.
  • Toss with freshly chopped parsley and Parmesan.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1022.9, Fat 56.5, SaturatedFat 30.9, Cholesterol 174.1, Sodium 432.8, Carbohydrate 96.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 6, Protein 23.4

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces fresh linguine
12 large shrimp, peeled
8 cloves garlic, unpeeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender and al dente, 1 to 3 minutes (or according to package directions). Drain well and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan.
  • Using a small paring knife, remove the vein along the back of each shrimp and rinse under running water. Add the garlic to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp to the water with the garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and garlic. Peel and finely chop the garlic.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cream begins to thicken. Stir in the Parmesan, parsley and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the linguine in a large bowl and toss to coat. Garnish with more Parmesan and parsley.

CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA



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Easy, elegant, spicy and only needs a salad to go with it. If needed, reduce Cajun spice to taste.

Provided by C

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package angel hair pasta
¼ cup butter
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 cups milk
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 4 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute shrimp for 1 minute on each side. Stir in garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon; set aside. Stir in flour and Cajun seasoning. Cook, stirring for 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, then cook until thickened. Remove from heat, and season with salt and lemon juice. Return shrimp to sauce, and spoon over cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 212.8 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1271.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA



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Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 14

500 g (1lb) pasta
500 g (1lb) shrimp / prawns (peeled and deveined )
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp chilli flakes
2 tsp oregano
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp butter
2 tsp crushed fresh garlic
1 cup white wine (I used Sauvignon Blanc)
1 cup heavy cream
1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place a large pot of salted water over medium heat. Bring to the boil then season generously with salt.
  • Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of water then drain and set aside.
  • Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a large bowl then add the olive oil, crushed garlic, half of the seasonings and a generous pinch of salt.
  • Stir to coat the shrimp in the spices.
  • Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Sear the shrimp for a minute per side until they are golden brown and just cooked.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt the butter and add the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds then add the remaining spices.
  • Cook for another 30 seconds then pour in the white wine. Allow the pan to deglaze and the wine to reduce by half.
  • Pour in the cream and season with salt and pepper. Allow the cream to simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Add the shrimp back to the pan with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Allow the shrimp to heat through.
  • Toss the creamy sauce and shrimp with cooked pasta of your choice and a splash of the reserved pasta water and serve scattered with fresh parsley and oregano (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 144 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE OVER LINGUINE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cloves garlic, unpeeled
12 large shrimp, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
8 ounces fresh linguine, cooked and drained
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Using a small paring knife, remove the vein along the back of each shrimp and rinse under running water. Add garlic to water and boil for two minutes. Add the shrimp to the water and cook with the garlic for 2-3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and garlic. Peel the garlic and finely chop. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook until cream begins to thicken. Stir in parsley, Parmesan and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over linguine in a large bowl and toss to coat. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

CAJUN SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE IN CREAM SAUCE



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This is a wonderful recipe that I came across on another recipe site. I've modified it slightly to fit my tastes. This sauce is great served over pasta or dirty rice. This recipe is one I typically make for dinner parties or potlucks so it serves a crowd, but it can easily be cut down to a family appropriate amount.

Provided by Melissa_8201

Categories     Cajun

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb smoked sausage, cubed
8 -10 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup yellow onions or 1/2 cup white onion, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 teaspoon dried basil
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup beer (any kind will work)
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 -2 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat large skillet to med-high heat.
  • Add butter, melt.
  • Add onion, green pepper, celery, garlic and basil.
  • Saute until onions are transparent but not browned.
  • Add sausage and saute until browned.
  • Add tomatoes and cook 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Add beer and water and boil until reduced by 1/3 to 1/2.
  • Add heavy cream, salt and Cajun seasonings.
  • Stir in shrimp and cook until pink; about 3-5 minutes.
  • Allow sauce to thicken.
  • If sauce is too thin you can add about a tsp.
  • flour or cornstarch dissolved in 1/4 cup water to the sauce.
  • Make sure to stir frequently while sauce is thickening to prevent lumping.
  • This can be served over your favorite rice or pasta.

Tips:

  • For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can make your own by combining paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for a little extra heat.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a little bit of milk or water to thin it out.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, such as linguini, fettuccine, or penne.
  • Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions.

Conclusion:

This Cajun Cream Shrimp Sauce is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sauce is rich, creamy, and flavorful, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. Serve this dish over your favorite pasta, and you're sure to have a delicious and satisfying meal.

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