Description
This Blackened Shrimp Cavatappi features tender pasta tossed in a creamy, flavorful sauce with perfectly seasoned shrimp and sweet corn. It is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cavatappi noodles (Spiral-shaped pasta)
- 1 pound Large shrimp (Fresh and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Blackened seasoning (For seasoning the shrimp)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1/2 cup Grated parmesan cheese (Freshly grated for best flavor)
- 1 cup Sweet corn (Drained)
- 2 tablespoons Green onion (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and add the cavatappi noodles. Cook al dente according to package directions, about 8–9 minutes, until tender yet firm.
- While the noodles are cooking, sprinkle the blackened seasoning evenly over the raw, deveined shrimp, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Once sizzling, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 4–6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until pink and cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, pour in the heavy cream. Bring to a low simmer, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan for added flavor.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the tomato paste, sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked cavatappi, cooked shrimp, and drained sweet corn to the sauce. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onion and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or milk to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
