Blackened Shrimp Alfredo
A comforting dish featuring creamy fettuccine and succulent blackened shrimp, perfect for summer evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the shrimp with blackening seasoning until well coated.
- Sear the shrimp in olive oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the creamy sauce by pouring in heavy cream and bringing to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine and blackened shrimp with the sauce, tossing to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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