Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

This creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta combines parmesan cheese, tender shrimp and penne pasta with a spicy kick of peppers and paprika from Creole Seasoning. Make a delicious seafood dinner in under 30 minutes!

📝 Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta, uncooked
• 4 tbsp salted butter, divided
• 2 tsp Cajun or Creole Seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 12 ounce cans of evaporated milk
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, for garnish (fresh is fine too!)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cook pasta as directed on the package for al dente (usually 1-2 minutes less than the box recommends) Drain well and toss with one tbsp of butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2. 2Place shrimp in large bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the Cajun Seasoning, toss to coat well. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir just until shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from pan.
3. 3Melt remaining butter in same skillet on medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add evaporated milk and remaining Cajun Seasoning. Bring to simmer. Stir in cheese; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Return shrimp to pan. Add pasta; toss to coat well. Sprinkle with parsley and additional shredded Parmesan, if desired, before serving.