Prep
10 min
Cook
22 min
Total
32 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Cajun-Inspired
Calories
520
The Story
Why this recipe belongs in your week
Smoky Cajun shrimp linguine brings seared shrimp, garlic, parmesan, and a silky orange cream sauce together in about 30 minutes. It looks fancy enough for a date-night dinner, but the steps stay weeknight-simple.
Cubby turns that Pinterest save into an actual dinner plan. Save the recipe, check the pantry for pasta and seasoning, and let the grocery list focus on the shrimp, cream, herbs, and fresh lemon that make it feel polished.
Ingredients
4 servings
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Cook the recipe
- 1
Step 1
Cook the linguine
Cook linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- 2
Step 2
Sear the shrimp
Pat shrimp dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in butter until golden and just cooked through.
- 3
Step 3
Bloom the garlic
Add garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant.
- 4
Step 4
Make it silky
Stir in cream, parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a splash of pasta water until glossy.
- 5
Step 5
Toss and finish
Toss linguine with the sauce and shrimp. Finish with parsley, black pepper, and extra parmesan.
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Cook this from Cubby tonight.
Send the recipe to Cubby, add it to your meal plan, check what you already have, and turn the rest into a grocery list.
Chef's Tips
Check the pantry before shopping so Cubby only adds the ingredients you actually need.
Save your preferred heat level, pasta shape, or sauce thickness as a note after cooking.
Plan leftovers before serving so an extra portion turns into lunch instead of disappearing in the fridge.
FAQ
Can I make this ahead?
Yes. Cook it fully, cool it quickly, and refrigerate portions for up to four days.
Can I save this recipe to Cubby?
Yes. Use Cubby Cookbook to save the recipe, plan when to cook it, and build the grocery list.
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Start lighter with the spicy ingredient, then add more near the end after tasting.
Nutrition
calories
520
protein
34g
carbohydrates
54g
fat
20g
fiber
3g
sugar
3g
sodium
780mg
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