Cajun Shrimp Alfredo w/Penne

Cajun Shrimp Alfredo w/Penne

Cajun

Italian

Lunch

Dinner

Creamy Cajun Alfredo Sauce – A Healthier Twist on Your Favorite Italian Classic Craving your favorite Italian restaurant dish but want to keep it budget-friendly and a little lighter? This Cajun Alfredo Sauce is the perfect copycat—infused with bold Cajun flavor and made right in your own kitchen! Inspired by my favorite Italian meal, this version is healthier, cheaper, and tailored to satisfy my taste buds—and it can satisfy yours too! Use half and half for a lighter option, or swap in heavy cream if you're craving that rich, indulgent texture. Either way, you'll love the comfort of sun-dried tomatoes and garlic blended perfectly into the creamy sauce. Top it off with fresh parsley to brighten the dish and elevate your presentation. Watch the parmesan melt into the sauce as you stir, releasing its signature flavor and bringing your homemade Italian experience to life. In just one dish, you’re mixing flavor, comfort, and creativity—your own Italian classic with a Cajun kick.

Cajun Seasoning

1 Tbsp Paprika
2 Tbsp Salt
2 Tbsp Garlic Powder
1 Tbsp Black Pepper
1 Tbsp White Pepper
1 Tbsp Onion Powder
1 Tbsp Oregano
3 Tbsp Cayenne Pepper
1/2 Tbsp Ground Thyme

Ingredients

1 1/2 Cup Half and Half
2 Garlic Clove
2 Cups Parmesan
2 Tbsp Cornstarch
1/4 Cup Sun Dried Tomatoes
8 Tbsp Butter
Parsley (Garnish)
Salt
Black Pepper
4 Cups Penne Pasta

Instructions

Sautee your shrimp with olive oil and your cajun seasoning, when that is finished set aside for later
Cook your pasta until its el dante, save some of your water for later
Mix in your sun dried tomatoes and half n half in a blender, pulse until its blended
Cook your butter in a frying pan. When your butter is melted, add your cornstarch and whisk it together
While your butter and cornstarch is mixed in well, add in your parmesan cheese, and your half n half together. Mix it well
Add back in your cooked shrimp, pasta into the sauce, and add in your pasta water as necessary