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Cajun shrimp scampi with pasta in a skillet.
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Cajun Shrimp Scampi

Cajun shrimp scampi is a quick and easy meal that's loaded with flavor! You can serve it with crusty Italian bread, pasta, or rice.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3
Calories: 537kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb shrimp raw, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb pasta
  • 3/4 cups white wine or chicken stock
  • 1 lemon
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp capers optional
  • 3 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1/2 tsp red crushed pepper optional
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 3 tsp Cajun seasoning or to taste, store-bought is fine too!
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • fresh parmesan to taste
  • fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Stir the shrimp and cook for 30 seconds on each side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set it aside. 
  • Add the butter, garlic, and red crushed pepper to the skillet and cook for 20 seconds. 
  • Stir in the white wine, lemon juice, and capers. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 10-15 minutes. 
  • While the sauce cooks, cook the pasta according to packaging instructions and reserve some pasta water. 
  • Stir in the pasta water and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the butter and cook for 20 seconds. 
  • Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and mix well. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy! 

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Notes

  • Allow the sauce to simmer for at least 10 minutes so it reduces by half and thickens.
  • Not a fan of shrimp? Use chicken, lobster, or scallops instead!
  • Taste the sauce and add more seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 537kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 346mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1778IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg