Cajun Shrimp Scampi Bake
Transform your dinner routine with this mouthwatering Cajun Shrimp Scampi Bake—a bold, oven-baked twist on a classic pasta dish! Tender, succulent shrimp are sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce infused with Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and a hint of red pepper flakes for the perfect touch of heat. Tossed with al dente pasta, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of white wine, this vibrant dish is topped with grated Parmesan and baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe combines the comfort of creamy scampi with the zesty kick of Cajun spices, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Perfect for weeknight meals or effortless entertaining, serve this flavorful bake with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and watch it disappear! Keywords: Cajun Shrimp Scampi Bake, spicy scampi pasta, Cajun shrimp recipe, shrimp pasta bake, quick seafood dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Dry white wine or chicken broth
- 12 ounces Pasta (linguine, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they just turn pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.
Stir in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter until melted, then season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, shrimp, and the sauce from the skillet. Toss everything well to coat.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cajun Shrimp Scampi Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.8 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.9 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1167 mg | 389% | |
| Sodium | 8031 mg | 349% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 175.9 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1568 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1708 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
