Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe Taste of Louisiana

Ingredients

• 1 pound (454g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) Cajun seasoning blend
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) smoked paprika
• Salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup (60ml) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups (360ml) chicken broth
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (59ml) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• 1 pound (454g) fettuccine pasta