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Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff Recipe

5 from 99 reviews

This Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff is a flavorful and creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp, sautéed mushrooms, and a tangy sour cream sauce with roasted red bell peppers and capers. Served over tender fettuccini, it delivers a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and creamy elements ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Seasoning

  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Pasta

  • 6 ounces fettuccini pasta

Vegetables and Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped shallots
  • ⅔ cup chicken broth (for reduction)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth (to mix with sour cream)
  • 1 (7-ounce) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon drained capers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine the peeled shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning, tossing until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate while preparing other ingredients.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Melt butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and chopped shallots, cooking and stirring until tender. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: In the same frying pan, add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove from pan and set aside.
  5. Make the Sauce: Pour ⅔ cup chicken broth into the frying pan and bring to a boil. Cook uncovered until reduced to about ¼ cup (2 to 3 minutes). Meanwhile, mix sour cream and cornstarch in a small bowl, then stir in 1 cup chicken broth. Add this mixture to the reduced broth and cook, stirring until thick and bubbly. Let simmer for 1 more minute.
  6. Combine Everything: Return cooked shrimp, sautéed mushrooms, roasted red bell peppers, and capers to the pan. Stir well and heat through. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the blackened shrimp stroganoff over the cooked fettuccini. Enjoy this creamy, spicy, and savory meal!

Notes

  • Substitute linguine, spaghetti, or zucchini noodles for the fettuccini to vary the dish.
  • Swap shrimp with chicken, salmon, or tofu for alternative proteins.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning or add cayenne pepper to increase spice level.
  • For a dairy-free option, replace sour cream with coconut cream.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently in a frying pan over low heat, adding chicken broth if sauce thickens too much.
  • Freeze the sauce separately for up to 2 months; pasta freezes less well.

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