Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe: A Delicious Twist with Orzo and Turkey Bacon
A delightful recipe combining creamy Cajun flavors with shrimp, orzo, and turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 8 ounces orzo
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until translucent.
- Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning; sauté until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix in the cooked orzo and Parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Substituting half-and-half for heavy cream can reduce calories.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun shrimp pasta, orzo, turkey bacon, pasta recipe