Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Blackened Steak and Shrimp Alfredo, a luxurious dish that perfectly blends bold Cajun spices with creamy alfredo sauce. This culinary masterpiece features succulent blackened shrimp and tender steak served over a bed of al dente penne pasta, making it an ideal centerpiece for any dinner party or a cozy night in. With its quick preparation time, this satisfying meal is not only delicious but also versatile enough to impress any guest. Enjoy it straight from the skillet or add your twist with customizable ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp (raw, deveined)
- 1 pound top sirloin steak (cubed)
- 3 teaspoons blackened seasoning
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup diced yellow onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook seasoned shrimp in vegetable oil until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sear seasoned steak cubes until browned but tender, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Melt butter in the skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened, then stir in heavy cream and gradually add parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Return cooked pasta, shrimp, and steak to the skillet; toss gently to coat with sauce and season to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 160mg