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This Cajun Shrimp Linguine is a flavor-packed meal that’s got your daily dose of veggies covered!
I don’t know about you guys, but I love a steak. A big, fat, juicy steak. And you know when I crave it most? Fridays during Lent! Is anyone else withe me?
But since I’m a rule follower, I sustain from eating meat on Fridays for the Lenten season. Any other Friday during the year, I wouldn’t have a problem not eating meat on a Friday, but when you tell me I can’t have it, I want it more. It’s like I’m a kid all over again!
So to keep my mind off the forbidden fruit, or meat, I make sure Friday night dinners are over the top delicious. And this Cajun Shrimp Linguine is just that!
What’s great about this dinner is that it’s packed with lots of healthy veggies, has loads of spicy and super bold flavor, and it’s not overly rich and heavy.
It’s got red, yellow and green peppers, fire roasted tomatoes, onion, and fresh baby spinach leaves. This dish has your daily dose of veggies covered!
The sauce is a mixture of chicken broth, white wine, and a bit of heavy cream. I add four teaspoons of Cajun seasoning, but if you like things spicier, by all means opt for more. My favorite Cajun seasoning is Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning, but if you have your own favorite feel free to use that. (This is not a sponsored post, I just happen to love Tony’s, so I thought I’d share what I enjoy!)
I like to serve mine over linguine, but any pasta will do. And when it’s not a Friday during Lent, you can change out the shrimp for chicken, and perhaps add some smoked sausage too. Enjoy!
If you’re looking for other delicious meals for Lent, check out my Crazy Good Mac N’ Cheese, my French Onion Pasta, and my Grilled Mahi Mahi and Vegetables in Foil Packets.
Cajun Shrimp Linguine
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Servings: 6 servings
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This Cajun Shrimp Linguine is a flavor-packed meal that's got your daily dose of veggies covered!
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Ingredients
- 1 lb. linguine
- 4 tsp. Cajun Spice Mix, I use Tony Chachere's Creole Spice Mix
- 1 1/2 lb. shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium red pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 1 medium green pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 1 medium yellow pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 14 oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz. baby spinach leaves
Instructions
Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine shrimp with 2 teaspoons Cajun spice mix. Toss until well coated. Heat two tablespoons olive in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook two minutes per side, until the shrimp start to turn pink. Transfer to a plate.
Add 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Add the onions and the peppers. Cook for 7-8 minutes over medium-high heat until softened and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and tomatoes and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the wine and chicken broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and slowly add the cream and the remaining 2 teaspoons of Cajun spice mix. Continue to cook until the sauce begins to thicken. Add the spinach leaves and the shrimp and cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
Taste the sauce for spice level, adding more if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the linguine and toss until well combined. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 661kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 350mg | Sodium: 975mg | Potassium: 577mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3175IU | Vitamin C: 53.6mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 4.3mg
Keyword: Cajun food, Comfort Food, linguine, Pasta, shrimp
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Course: Main Dish
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About MaryAnn Dwyer
Hello and welcome! My name is MaryAnn and I am the recipe developer, photographer and creator of The Beach House Kitchen.
Here at the BHK it's all about delicious, easy recipes for casual entertaining. No long lists of ingredients and difficult directions, just simple, fresh and approachable recipes for delicious meals to enjoy with family and friends.
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Beautiful and I’m loving these cajun flavours! Perfect any night meal :)
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Mary AnnI love Cajun flavors too Jennifer.My husband and I enjoy this dish with shrimp or chicken and sausage too.
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I know what you mean! Doing this whole ‘meatless March’ thing has really made me crave some protein in the form of chicken wings, lol. I love the flavours you have going on here, Mary Ann! Love all the flavours and who could say no to pasta? I could be happy to enjoy this one any day of the week, not just Friday ;) Have a lovely weekend! XO
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- Mary Ann
I can never say no to pasta, or shrimp! Happy weekend!
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It must be true that great minds think alike, because we legitimately had cajun shrimp yesterday for dinner! My version was very different from this though, and this totally takes the cake, Mare!! Loving how hearty, yet jam packed with veggies this dish is!! This is definitely a dinner winner, my dear! Pinning! Cheers! xo
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- Mary Ann
Ha! That’s sooo funny Chey! I love all the veggies in this one too! And Tom and I can never pass up shrimp! Happy weekend!
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Hahahah! I am with you! 100%! I’m a steak lover – and yep, I tend to want it most when I really shouldn’t have it! But I wouldn’t think twice about a steak if a big bowl of this were sitting in front of me!!
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- Mary Ann
It’s crazy how Fridays in Lent just make me crave meat even more! After Lent’s over it won’t bother me at all! This dish definitely takes my mind off the meat Annie! Happy weekend!
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OMG this is making me so hungry. This is my kinda dinner for sure and the colors are lovely!
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This sounds delicious Mary Ann – for any day of the week! It would be wonderful for a dinner party!
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- Mary Ann
I think you’d really enjoy it Chris! It’s one of our favorites for Lent!
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Oh my gosh, SO excited about this, Mary Ann. Tony’s is my favorite too – I got totally hooked on it when I lived in New Orleans. Will be making this soon!!
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Cajun?! OMGeee … yes please! You know I already don’t eat meat or seafood, but I could totally see subbing tender cauli for that shrimp. LOVE the flavors and veggies you’ve included Mary Ann and Tony’s is quite nice – one of my two favorite cajun seasoning blends! Heavy cream and wine?? Totally mouthwatering OMG (!!)
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- Mary Ann
Perfect with some cauli instead Traci! I’ve always loved Tony’s. I use it in all kinds of dishes. Perfect sprinkled in my scrambled eggs too! Tom and I love this dish!
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This is so up our alley!
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- Mary Ann
Sooo full of flavor Jennifer!
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my hubby is Cajun, so I know he would love this dish!
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- Mary Ann
Woohoo! I bet he would Leigh Ann!
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The colors in this dish are amazing!
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- Mary Ann
Thanks Tieghan! I love all the veggies!
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I don’t cook with cajun spices often but this looks so delicious – I love all the veggies in there – so colorful and healthy. I love Traci’s idea of subbing in cauliflower for a vegetarian version. I’ll have to look for Tony’s spice mix – is it found in the market? Hope you’re having a great week, Mary Ann!
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- Mary Ann
Yes, that’s an awesome idea! I’ll need to try that next time. My regular supermarket carries Tony’s. I think Walmart may have it also. Hope your week is going great too Geraldine!
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Love everything about this dinner – all the veggies, the shrimp, the cajun spice!! Could use gluten free linguine for us. Perfect for date night in dinner!
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- Mary Ann
I could enjoy this dish several times a week Lindsay, just subbing in different things. Chicken, sausage, more veggies! So easy!
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Packed with everything I love!
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- Mary Ann
Hope you give it a try Matt!
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Perfect Friday night dinner during Lent!
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- Mary Ann
Yes!! We can enjoy the steak on Saturday Naomi!
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I love Cajun shrimp pasta. In fact, I just re-photographed my recipe for it like 2 weeks ago. This is making me crave it again!!
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- Mary Ann
It really is a tasty dish Natasha! We love it!
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Cajun shrimp with cream & wine sauce! Winner recipe, for sure. I typically serve Cajun shrimp with a mound of rice but can’t wait to try this pasta version.
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- Mary Ann
Would be perfect with rice too! Enjoy!
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I could eat this for dinner every night for a month. How amazing does this look?!
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- Mary Ann
Thanks Kevin!
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This looks like dinner perfection Mary Ann! While I usually add chicken to my pasta, shrimp is a great treat! And I love all the veggies and cajun seasoning in this dish! My kind of meal. Happy weekend!
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- Mary Ann
Thanks Leanne! I love this dish with chicken too. Happy weekend!
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Mary Ann – this is SOOOO up my alley!! Cannot wait to try it! I’m with you – I LOVE steak and it is really tough holding back on Fridays during Lent! I just have to picture my Mom’s little frowny face if I’m tempted ;) Haha!
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- Mary Ann
I know! I can see my mom’s too!
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Okay, this works for me because I’ve been craving shrimp, although now that you mention steak I might be craving that too… I’ll start with this Cajun shrimp linguine though!
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- Mary Ann
Good start Aimee! at least for Fridays during Lent!
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Yes please, I just found tonight’s dinner idea! :)
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- Mary Ann
Yay! Enjoy Laura. Thanks!
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