Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, Cajun-Style
40 min · 4 servings · 724 kcal/serving
Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, Cajun-Style – at a glance
Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, Cajun-Style is a lunch Fitaily recipe for 4 servings (lunch). You can make it in about 40 minutes. One serving has about 724 kcal, 44 g protein, 75.1 g carbs, 26.8 g fat.
Delicious, creamy pasta with sautéed shrimp and a flavorful Cajun-style sauce that will delight everyone.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 724 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 44 g |
| Carbs | 75.1 g |
| Fat | 26.8 g |
We calculate macros from the ingredients and the Fitaily product database. These are estimates — manufacturer labels and serving sizes may differ. This is not individual dietary advice.
Storage and reheating
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.
Ingredients
- 400 g pasta
- 500 g shrimp
- 2 łyżka unsalted butter
- 1 łyżka olive oil
- 250 ml 30% cream
- 50 g Parmesan
- 1 szt onion
- 3 szt garlic
- 1 szt red bell pepper
- 100 g fresh spinach
- 1 łyżka tomato paste
- 2 łyżeczka Cajun seasoning
Preparation
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package directions until it is al dente. Drain, reserving half a glass of the pasta cooking water.
- In a large skillet, heat half the butter and the olive oil. Add the shrimp, sprinkle them with half the Cajun seasoning, and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet.
- Add the rest of the butter to the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, and sauté until soft (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the tomato paste and the rest of the Cajun seasoning. Stir and cook for a moment.
- Pour in the cream and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and add the grated Parmesan, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Add the spinach to the sauce and stir until it wilts. Then add the cooked pasta and the shrimp you sautéed earlier.
- Mix everything thoroughly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the pasta cooking water. Serve sprinkled with fresh parsley and chives.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories and protein are in one serving of Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, Cajun-Style?
One serving has about 724 kcal, 44 g protein, 75.1 g carbs, 26.8 g fat. The calculation comes from the Fitaily ingredient database and is approximate.
Is Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, Cajun-Style good for meal prep?
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.