Description
Creamy Shrimp Taco Pasta is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the richness of creamy pasta with the zest of taco seasoning and succulent shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup taco sauce
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, taco sauce, corn, and black beans.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Add cooked pasta and mix well.
- Top with shredded cheese and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños.
- Can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg