Description
A delightful dish that combines bold flavors with creamy textures, featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp and pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 250 g penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 400 g diced tomatoes (canned)
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 1 bell pepper (red), diced
- 1 bell pepper (green), diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 200 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent. Then, add the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Stir in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed shrimp and vegetables, diced tomatoes, and heavy cream. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Pour the pasta mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread it out evenly and top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- If allergic to shellfish, substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu.
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Spicy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Bake, Shrimp Pasta, Cajun Recipe, Pasta Bake