Description
This Easy Boursin Pasta Recipe with Shrimp has gone viral on TikTok for its creamy, flavorful sauce and succulent shrimp. Perfect for a quick and impressive weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
Marinated Shrimp:
- 16 oz large Argentinian shrimp (peeled and patted dry)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Pasta:
- 14 oz penne pasta
Sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 tbsp flour + ¼ cup water (flour slurry)
- 1 block Boursin cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp – In a bowl, toss the shrimp with lemon juice, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Let them marinate while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Cook the Shrimp – Heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Build the Sauce – In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté the diced onion for 5 minutes until soft and fragrant. Add 1 tsp salt to help them break down. Pour in the heavy cream and remove the pan from heat for a moment. Stir in the flour slurry to prevent lumps. Return to low heat and add the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and dried oregano. Stir until combined.
- Add the Shrimp & Cheese – Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir in chopped parsley and the Boursin cheese. Let it melt into the sauce, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 5 minutes to blend all the flavors.
- Cook the Pasta – Meanwhile, cook the penne in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Before draining, reserve ½ cup of pasta water. Rinse the pasta with cold water to maintain its texture.
- Combine & Serve – Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss everything together and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the pasta beautifully.
- Garnish & Enjoy – Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan, extra parsley, and a sprinkle of black pepper.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or a side of garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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