Cajun Shrimp Linguine
This Cajun Shrimp Linguine is a flavor-packed meal that's got your daily dose of veggies covered!
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Keyword: Cajun food, Comfort Food, linguine, Pasta, shrimp
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 661kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
- 1 lb. linguine
- 4 tsp. Cajun Spice Mix, I use Tony Chachere's Creole Spice Mix
- 1 1/2 lb. shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium red pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 1 medium green pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 1 medium yellow pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 14 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz. baby spinach leaves
Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine shrimp with 2 teaspoons Cajun spice mix. Toss until well coated. Heat two tablespoons olive in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook two minutes per side, until the shrimp start to turn pink. Transfer to a plate.
Add 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Add the onions and the peppers. Cook for 7-8 minutes over medium-high heat until softened and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and tomatoes and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the wine and chicken broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and slowly add the cream and the remaining 2 teaspoons of Cajun spice mix. Continue to cook until the sauce begins to thicken. Add the spinach leaves and the shrimp and cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
Taste the sauce for spice level, adding more if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the linguine and toss until well combined. Serve immediately.
Calories: 661kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 350mg | Sodium: 975mg | Potassium: 577mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3175IU | Vitamin C: 53.6mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 4.3mg