Craving a dinner that delivers rich flavor with minimal effort? This Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta featuring 23 North shrimp is the perfect solution. It’s bold, creamy, and brings a restaurant-quality experience to your home kitchen. Ideal for busy weeknights, last-minute guests, or weekly meal prep, this dish transforms ordinary ingredients into something unforgettable.
Why 23 North Shrimp?
We use 23 North shrimp for its fresh taste and firm, juicy texture. Whether you’re reaching for it from the freezer for quick frozen meals or working it into your easy meals routine, 23 North is a reliable choice. Their shrimp cooks up fast and works beautifully with bold flavors like Cajun seasoning. Plus, it reheats well in microwave safe containers—perfect for leftovers.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb 23North shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 12 oz fettuccine
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toss shrimp in Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cream and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Return shrimp to pan and stir to coat in sauce. Add pasta and toss well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Great Sides to Serve
Pair this dish with buttery garlic bread, a crisp Caesar salad, or oven-roasted broccoli. For something more indulgent, try mashed potatoes or a creamy corn casserole. These sides add texture and balance to the creamy, spicy shrimp pasta.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you’re serving guests or preparing family meals for the week, this Cajun shrimp pasta is a flavor-packed win. With 23 North shrimp, making high-quality, delicious dinners has never been easier.
