Blackened Shrimp Linguine
This blackened shrimp linguine effortlessly combines the excitement of blackened spices with the comfort of linguine pasta, resulting in a dish that's as visually appealing as it is delectable.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Blackened Shrimp:
- 1 lb Large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun or Blackening Seasoning to taste
- Kosher Salt to taste
- 1 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup of pre cooked broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup White Cheese Blend shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tsp Lemon juice to finish dish
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley for garnish
For the Linguine:
- 12 oz Linguine pasta cooked al dente
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside
- Season shrimp and sear on medium high heat with a little olive oil in a non stick pan
- Sear on both sides for 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and blackened slightly
- Remove shrimp and add onion, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and more olive oil if needed
- Saute until fragrant about 2 minutes and then add heavy cream
- Bring heavy cream to a simmer on medium heat then add Parmesan cheese
- Season to taste with more cajun seasoning and salt if desired
- Add cooked pasta and broccoli and toss well until combined
- Top with shreded white cheese and broil in the oven for 2 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly
- Top with cooked shrimp and broil 1 more minute to bring shrimp to temperature
- Top with lemon juice and fresh parsley to taste