- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the shrimp. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink.
- Reduce the heat and add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- For a spicier dish, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free