Description
Cajun shrimp steak alfredo pasta brings fiery southern spice to creamy Italian comfort. Spicy, tender meat and succulent seafood mingle with rich sauce, creating a bold culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb boneless sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) olive oil (for steak)
- 1 teaspoon (1 tsp) paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) garlic powder (for steak)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) black pepper (for steak)
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) olive oil (for shrimp)
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) paprika (for shrimp)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) garlic powder (for shrimp)
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) black pepper (for shrimp)
Sauce and Pasta:
- 1 (10.75 ounces / 10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- 1 lb penne pasta
Instructions
- Boil penne pasta in salted water at a rolling boil for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve.
- Craft a robust seasoning blend by whisking olive oil with paprika, garlic powder, and cracked black pepper. Thoroughly massage the aromatic mixture into both steak and shrimp surfaces.
- Sear the seasoned steak on high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, achieving desired internal temperature. Let meat rest on a cutting board to retain juices.
- Quickly saute shrimp in a hot skillet, cooking 2-3 minutes until they transform from gray to vibrant pink with slight charred edges.
- Construct the luxurious Alfredo sauce by melding cream of mushroom soup, milk, Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large skillet. Simmer at medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring periodically until sauce reaches a velvety consistency.
- Integrate the perfectly cooked steak and shrimp into the creamy sauce, ensuring each protein piece is generously coated.
- Fold the reserved pasta into the sauce-protein mixture, tossing gently to distribute flavors evenly and create a harmonious dish.
- Plate immediately, presenting a decadent Cajun-inspired pasta that promises bold, complex flavors and creamy textures.
Notes
- Spice Adjustment Dial down the paprika and black pepper if you prefer a milder Cajun flavor, or amp up the heat with cayenne pepper for extra kick.
- Protein Swap Easily substitute steak with chicken or use only shrimp if you want a lighter protein option.
- Dairy-Free Modification Replace milk and Parmesan with coconut milk and nutritional yeast for a lactose-free alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Pasta Flexibility Choose whole wheat or gluten-free pasta to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 654 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg