This garlic butter shrimp with creamy Cajun tomato rigatoni is a bold and flavorful dish that combines juicy, seasoned shrimp with rich, creamy pasta. The smoky Cajun spices and tangy tomato cream sauce create a perfect balance, making this an irresistible restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (for sauce)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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