Description
Enjoy a deliciously creamy Blackened Shrimp Linguine, featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp, linguine pasta, and cherry tomatoes in a rich sauce. This dish is ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, delivering bold flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp to the bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the rest, and toss the pasta with a little olive oil.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, stirring to combine, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust with reserved pasta water if too thick.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until softened.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Return blackened shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes