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SKINNY CAJUN SHRIMP ALFREDO PASTA

TARA
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 OUNCES PASTA
  • 1 LB SHRIMP (SHELLED)
  • 2 TSP OLIVE OIL
  • 3 TSP CAJUN SEASONING
  • 2 TBSP UNSALTED BUTTER
  • 2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED
  • 2 TBSP ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR
  • 1 ¾ CUP MILK
  • 1/2 TSP DRIED THYME
  • 1/2 TSP DRIED OREGANO
  • 1/4 TSP SALT
  • 1/4 TSP PEPPER
  • 1/4 CUP SHREDDED PARMESAN CHEESE

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions in a large pot of boiling water. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Toss the shrimp with the olive oil and the Cajun seasoning.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes, flipping once, until they are completely pink.
  • Set aside and keep warm.
  • In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring for about 30seconds, until fragrant.
  • Whisk in the flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until it is lightly browned, about 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring until it is incorporated and smooth.
  • Add the thyme, oregano, salt, pepper and parmesan and whisk continuously for 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Reduce the heat to a low simmer until the pasta is ready.
  • Toss together the pasta and alfredo sauce and serve with the Cajun shrimp on top.
  • Garnish with parsley and additional parmesan if desired.