Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta; 1/2 lb shrimp, deveined and shelled; 1 cup cream; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/4 lb bacon, chopped; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes; 1 ounce fresh grated parmesan cheese; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb penne pasta
1/2 lb shrimp, deveined and shelled
1 cup cream
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 lb bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1 ounce fresh grated parmesan cheese
salt
pepper

1
Cook penne paste until al dente. Drain and let cool.
2
In a saute pan heat olive oil and add bacon. Cook until bacon is crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, but leave grease in saute pan.
3
Add onions and garlic to bacon grease and cook until golden.
4
Remove onions and garlic, set aside with bacon.
5
Add shrimp and cook until done.
6
Turn heat to low, return bacon, onion, and garlic to pan.
7
Add paprika, red chili pepper flakes, and penne pasta.
8
Add cream and parmesan cheese.
9
Add salt and pepper to taste.

993

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb penne pasta, 1/2 lb shrimp, deveined and shelled, 1 cup cream, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cajun Shrimp Penne Pasta

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