Name: Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients: 8 ounces fettuccine, cooked to al dente; 12oz medium cooked frozen shrimp; 6 tbsp cajun blackened spice; 2 tbsp butter; ½ medium onion, diced; 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced; 2 tsp minced garlic; 3 medium roma tomatoes, diced; 1 tsp oregano seasoning; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1¼ cup chicken broth; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 tbsp chopped parsley , for garnishing; Salt and pepper to taste

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Cajun Shrimp Pasta

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Main Dish

Spice up your dinner routine with our irresistible Cajun Shrimp Pasta! Tender fettuccine coated in a flavorful blend of Cajun blackened spice, paired with succulent shrimp and a medley of onions, bell peppers, garlic, and tomatoes.

Ingredients

8 ounces fettuccine, cooked to al dente
12oz medium cooked frozen shrimp
6 tbsp cajun blackened spice
2 tbsp butter
½ medium onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
2 tsp minced garlic
3 medium roma tomatoes, diced
1 tsp oregano seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
1¼ cup chicken broth
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp chopped parsley , for garnishing
Salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Start by boiling pasta in a large pot, according to box instructions. Drain and set aside.
Wash shrimp and remove tails, pat dry.
In a large gallon ziploc bag, pour 5 tbsp of cajun blackened seasoning. Fill bag with shrimp and shake until shrimp are thoroughly coated.
Melt butter in large saute pan on medium heat.
Place shrimp and cook for 2 min on each side to set in flavor and develop crust. Take shrimp off pan and set aside.
With the pan still heated, add onion and pepper and garlic and simmer for 2-3 min.
Add tomato, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and 1 tbsp cajun blackened spice. Stir.
Stir in Worcestershire sauce and chicken broth.Simmer for 7-10 min. Turn off heat.
Combine cooked fettuccine noodles with sauce until well incorporated. Top with cooked shrimp and garnish with parsley.
Enjoy!