Creamy Cajun Steak and Shrimp Alfredo
Creamy Cajun Steak and Shrimp Alfredo is a luscious and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Cajun cuisine right to your dining table. With perfectly seared steak and succulent shrimp enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce, this pasta dish offers a delightful balance of spice and richness. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile meal option. In just 35 minutes, you can serve a restaurant-quality dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 12 oz sirloin or ribeye steak
- 8 oz large shrimp
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and toss with butter.
- Season steak with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Season shrimp with remaining Cajun seasoning.
- Sear steak in olive oil for 3-4 minutes per side; let rest, then slice.
- Cook shrimp in the same skillet until opaque (1-2 minutes per side).
- In the skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic powder, and onion powder; stir until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Toss fettuccine with the sauce and fresh parsley. Serve topped with steak and shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg