This Cajun Shrimp Alfredo is the perfect amount of creamy, savory and spicy thanks to Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce! You don’t need to go to a restaurant to enjoy this delicious dinner and it can be prepared in under 30 minutes!
I love incorporating shortcuts for my 30 minute meals on busy weeknights! My favorite way to do that with seafood dishes is with Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce. The premium shrimp are tossed in a flavorful spicy cajun butter that is bursting with vibrant peppers, savory herbs, and a touch of zesty lemon juice! There is also 27 grams of protein per serving, which makes this the perfect satiating dinner for any day of the week!
With Bon Cuisine, you can have restaurant-quality seafood from frozen to plate in just minutes! There is no thawing required, making this premium shrimp even more convenient! I paired this delicious cajun shrimp with a spicy Alfredo sauce which helps compliment the spices perfectly!
Ingredients for Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
- Cajun Shrimp: Using a high quality shrimp is key for this recipe! I used Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce
- Cajun Spices: A blend of spices (paprika, cayenne, garlic and onion powder, salt, pepper, thyme, red pepper flakes) for that classic spicy Cajun flavor
- Butter: For that delicious Alfredo sauce flavor
- Heavy Cream: For the base of the sauce
- Garlic and Shallot: To add flavor and balance to the dish
- Parmesan: To help with that rich and savory flavor
- Fettuccini noodles: For that classic Alfredo look but can swap for any noodle
How to make Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
- Prep the ingredients:
- First, cook your noodles according to box instructions. Add salt to the water and cook until just al dente. Drain 90% of the water and set aside.
- Chop the garlic, herbs, and shallots and set aside.
- Prepare the delicious shrimp and sauce:
- Add Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce to a preheated pan. Cover and let cook for 6 minutes. Then remove lid and let cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside (save the butter sauce with it)!
- In the same pan, add some olive oil and then add your chopped shallots. Cook until softened and fragrant. Add the minced garlic and continue to stir until combined. Add the butter and stir until melted.
- Next, add the heavy cream and cajun seasoning and let it simmer until thickened. Lower the heat and add your grated parmesan and stir until combined.
- Add noodles and shrimp to sauce:
- Next, add the cooked noodles to the sauce as well as the cooked shrimp. Toss with a tong until combined.
- Plate and enjoy:
- Plate the Cajun Shrimp Alfredo and garnish with herbs and parmesan and enjoy!
SUBSTITUTIONS
- Swap the heavy cream for half and half for a lighter dish! Just let sauce simmer longer to thicken
- Add some veggies like spinach or bell peppers for a pop of color
- Add in Bon Cuisine Scallops for extra protein
- Swap the fettuccine noodles for any noodle shape of your choice!
HOW TO STORE
Store any leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 2 days after! Click here to find Bon Cuisine products near you! Please leave a five star rating below if you loved this recipe, and as always, poftă bună!
Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
Ingredients
- 8 oz Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp cajun spice blend (can add extra salt to your liking)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 shallot chopped
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 1.5 cup parmesan
- 1 lb Fettuccini noodles
- fresh herbs garnish, chopped
Instructions
- First, cook your noodles according to box instructions. Add salt to the water and cook until just al dente. Drain 90% of the water and set aside.Chop the garlic, herbs, and shallots and set aside.
- Add Bon Cuisine Premium Shrimp with Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce to a preheated pan. Cover and let cook for 6 minutes. Then remove lid and let cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside (save the butter sauce with it)!In the same pan, add some olive oil and then add your chopped shallots.
- Cook until softened and fragrant. Add the minced garlic and continue to stir until combined. Add the butter and stir until melted.
- Next, add the heavy cream and cajun seasoning and let it simmer until thickened. Lower the heat and add your grated parmesan and stir until combined.
- Next, add the cooked noodles to the sauce as well as the cooked shrimp. Toss with a tong until combined. Plate the Cajun Shrimp Alfredo and garnish with herbs and parmesan and enjoy!
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