Indulge in the bold, spicy flavors of Cajun cuisine with this show-stopping Cajun Seafood Pasta that transforms your kitchen into a Southern bayou. This irresistible dish combines the heat of authentic Cajun spices with plump, succulent shrimp and tender scallops, all swimming in a velvety cream sauce that perfectly balances richness with the kick of Louisiana seasonings. The vibrant colors of red and yellow bell peppers create a feast for the eyes, while the aromatic blend of garlic, onions, and spices fills your home with the intoxicating scents of New Orleans.

Whether you’re planning a special dinner to impress guests or treating yourself to a weeknight indulgence that feels like a restaurant experience, this Cajun Seafood Pasta delivers on every front. Packed with high-quality protein from the fresh seafood and bursting with vitamin C from the colorful peppers, this dish proves that comfort food can be both nutritious and utterly satisfying. With its restaurant-quality appeal and surprisingly approachable technique, home cooks can master this impressive dish and bring the authentic taste of Cajun cooking to their own dining table.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Serves: 4

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Spicy, creamy pasta with shrimp, scallops, and peppers—Cajun flavor at its best!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 8 oz fettuccine
• 1/2 lb large shrimp peeled/deveined
• 1/2 lb sea scallops
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning plus more for garnish
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
• 1 small onion sliced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 3 green onions chopped, for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

• Large pot (for boiling pasta)
• Colander (to drain pasta)
• Large skillet (for seafood and sauce)
• Tongs (for seafood and pasta)

Method

 

1. Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain using a colander and set aside.Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain using a colander and set aside.Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain using a colander and set aside.Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain using a colander and set aside.Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Toss shrimp and scallops with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning.
3. Cook fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain using a colander and set aside.
4. Toss shrimp and scallops with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning in a mixing bowl until evenly coated.
5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add shrimp and scallops, cooking 2–3 minutes per side until just opaque and lightly browned. Remove seafood from skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add sliced red and yellow bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
7. Sprinkle in remaining Cajun seasoning, pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer, stirring, for 3 minutes.
8. Return shrimp, scallops, and cooked fettuccine to the skillet. Toss to combine and cook for 1 minute to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in grated parmesan. Taste and season as needed.
9. Serve pasta in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions, extra Cajun seasoning, and lemon wedges.

Notes

**Storage:** Refrigerate up to 2 days; best enjoyed fresh.
**Substitutes:** Use chicken or veggie sausage, swap pasta, use coconut milk for dairy free.
**Nutritional Benefits:** High protein, rich in calcium and vitamin C.

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