Indulge in a culinary voyage to the heart of Louisiana with our irresistible Cajun Macaroni and Cheese with Shrimp. This dish is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Succulent shrimp, bathed in a rich and spicy Cajun sauce, harmonizes beautifully with tender macaroni, enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce. Each bite is an explosion of flavors, ignited by the Cajun seasonings and balanced by the creamy richness of the cheese. This recipe is a seamless fusion of Cajun flair and classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
Our curated article not only features the main recipe for Cajun Macaroni and Cheese with Shrimp, but also offers a delightful array of variations to suit every palate. Explore the zesty Cajun Macaroni and Cheese with Andouille Sausage, where the smoky andouille sausage adds an extra layer of savory depth. For a vegetarian delight, try the hearty Cajun Macaroni and Cheese with Roasted Vegetables, where a medley of roasted vegetables brings vibrant colors and textures to the dish. And if you're craving a seafood extravaganza, dive into the luscious Cajun Macaroni and Cheese with Crab and Shrimp, where tender crab and succulent shrimp join forces to create a seafood symphony.
Each recipe is meticulously detailed, providing step-by-step instructions and a comprehensive list of ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes are designed to guide you effortlessly through the cooking process. With vibrant photos accompanying each recipe, you can rest assured that your final creation will be as visually appealing as it is delicious. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Louisiana.
CAJUN MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH SHRIMP
I had this at my monthly Bunco group. One of the lady's husbands made it and gave us the recipe. It is to die for. I add in diced green pepper, saute it with the shrimp and more seasoning than called for when I make it.
Provided by RepoGuysWife
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Melt butter in medium sauce pan.
- Add shrimp, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning.
- Cook 3-4 minutes, remove.
- In same pan melt 2T butter, add onion and sauté 1 minute.
- Whisk in flour, cook 1 minute.
- Whisk in milk and heat approximately 4 minutes.
- Add Swiss, cheddar and 3/4 lb. pepper Jack cheese, stir until smooth.
- Add 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cooked shrimp and pasta.
- Pour into buttered cassserole dish.
- Top with 1/4 lb. pepper Jack cheese, bread crumbs, 3 T. melted butter and parsley.
- Bake 45 minutes or until browned and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 871, Fat 51, SaturatedFat 31.5, Cholesterol 221.5, Sodium 1031.6, Carbohydrate 54.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 47.7
CAJUN SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE
This macaroni and cheese gets elevated by the addition of shrimp. It partially cooks in the Instant Pot® and is finished in the oven. Please shred cheese yourself; if you use pre-shredded cheese, it will not be creamy.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Melt butter in the pot. Add shallot and garlic; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Hit Cancel button and allow the cooker to cool.
- Pour in pasta and stir to coat with shallot-butter sauce. Add milk and whipping cream. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 10 minutes. Use the quick-release method to release remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat an 8x8-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Add evaporated milk, cooked shrimp, cheeses, seafood seasoning, and Creole seasoning to the pasta mixture; mix to thoroughly combine. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
- Mix panko, seafood seasoning, and Creole seasoning together for the crumb topping. Mix in melted butter. Spread over casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 5 minutes. Switch on the broiler and broil until top of casserole is golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 142.7 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 830.2 mg, Sugar 10.3 g
CAJUN SHRIMP MACARONI AND CHEESE
A spicy Cajun shrimp version of my favorite macaroni and cheese recipe.
Provided by Michelle
Categories Main Course
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Heat a large pot of water over high heat for the pasta; cover.
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a 10-inch skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is all pink and cooked through. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Macaroni and Cheese: Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook the pasta according to the box directions for al dente pasta (if your box doesn't specify al dente, cook it for 1 to 2 minutes shorter than the time called for - it shouldn't be cooked the whole way through). When the pasta is finished cooking, drain it in a colander.
- While the pasta is cooking, make the sauce. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, until the flour starts to brown a bit and smells nutty, whisking constantly. In a slow, steady stream, whisk in the milk. Allow the sauce to come to a simmer.
- Once the sauce comes to a simmer, stir in the Pepper Jack and cheddar cheeses, adding a handful at a time and stirring with a wooden spoon until completely melted before adding the next handful. Season with the Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper, and turn off the heat.
- Add the cooked, drained pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Stir with a wooden spoon until everything is completely combined and evenly distributed. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the Panko bread crumbs, tossing with a fork until the entire mixture is evenly moistened.
- Sprinkle the macaroni and cheese with the shredded cheeses. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture on top of the cheese.
- Bake until browned and bubbly, about 15 to 20 minutes. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 40 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Cholesterol 253 mg, Sodium 947 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE
This macaroni and cheese takes on a subtle coastal flair with the addition of shrimp. I used cooked salad shrimp as I found the size comparable to the elbow macaroni.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour 5 cups water into a saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Add macaroni and boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until a smooth paste is formed. Slowly pour in milk, stirring to incorporate. Add 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and Cajun seasoning. Drain macaroni and stir into the sauce. Add frozen shrimp and stir to combine.
- Pour macaroni mixture into an oval au gratin dish. Top with panko bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 288.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CAJUN MAC AND CHEESE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 1 minute less than the label directs. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta. Meanwhile, combine the olive oil and sausage in a large skillet over high heat and cook, stirring, until the sausage starts to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the scallions and bell pepper and cook until the vegetables are slightly soft, about 3 more minutes. Add the Cajun spice and flour and cook, stirring, 2 more minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk and continue whisking until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 5 more minutes. Add the pasta, cheese and reserved cooking water to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce and melt the cheese, about 1 minute.
CAJUN MACARONI AND CHEESE
A co-worker made this today and it knocked me off my low carb diet. It has a certain zip to it not found in most macaroni and cheese recipes. Must be the Zatarain's. Anyway, I thought it was the best macaroni and cheese recipe I have ever had.
Provided by surus
Categories Cheese
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to pkg directions w/ a capful of oil.
- Drain and rinse noodles.
- Season noodles with Zatarains and pepper to taste.
- In bowl, mix eggs, milk, soup, melted butter, Zatarians and pepper.
- Add cheeses to noodles.
- Add egg mixture to noodles.
- Bake in a 9x13 pan for 45-60 min, until top is browned.
BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE - (3.9/5)
Provided by xoXmuffinzXox
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Set aside. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in medium sauce pan. Add shrimp. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Cook 3 to 4 minutes. Remove cooked shrimp. Set aside. In same pan melt 1 tablespoon butter, add onion and saute 1 minute. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute while stirring. Whisk in milk and heat approximately 4 minutes while stirring. Add Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Stir until smooth. Add 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in cooked shrimp and pasta. Pour into buttered casserole dish. Top with Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, 1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter and parsley. Bake 45 minutes or until browned and bubbling.
SARASOTA'S CAJUN SHRIMP MACARONI AND CHEESE
I love Lobster Mac and Cheese, but it is just too expensive. So this was my answer. However I like to add a few different cheeses to mine, celery for some crunch and pancetta for extra flavor with a cracker crumb topping.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Sauce -- In a medium pot on medium heat, add the butter and melt, then add the flour and mix well to make a roux. Slowly add in the milk and bring to a low boil to let the sauce thicken. Then add in the cheeses, salt, pepper and cajun seasoning to taste. Cook just until melted.
- Pancetta -- In a medium size saute pan, add 1 tablespoon of the butter and saute the pancetta. NOTE: If using bacon, skip the butter, the bacon has enough fat. Saute until golden brown.
- If you are using the bacon, reserve 1 teaspoon of the bacon drippings and omit the butter when sauteing the shrimp and vegetables.
- Vegetables and Shrimp -- Now, to that same pan add the vegetables and cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. Then add the shrimp and stir just to mix everything together. Remove immediately, the shrimp will continue cooking in the oven.
- Pasta -- Cook the pasta according to directions - al dente, drain well, return to the pot.
- Combine -- In the pot with the pasta, add the shrimp and vegetable mixture, the cheese sauce, bacon and mix well. Pour into a 13x9 casserole dish lightly sprayed with pam or a non-stick spray.
- Topping -- Melt the butter in a measuring cup in the microwave and add the cracker crumbs and parsley and mix well. Top over the casserole dish.
- Bake -- In a preheated 350 degree oven, bake the dish covered for 20 minutes, uncover and cook another 10-15 until golden brown and bubbly. Remember everything is already cooked, it doesn't take too long. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1063.6, Fat 66.1, SaturatedFat 40.3, Cholesterol 296.6, Sodium 794.2, Carbohydrate 63.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 53.1
CAJUN MACARONI
"When I follow my favorite meat loaf recipe, I end up with an extra half pound of ground beef," relates June Ellis. "So I came up with this easy dish to use it up." The Erie, Illinois cook brings this fast family-pleaser to the dinner table at a savvy 76 cents a plate.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add tomatoes and Cajun seasoning. Cook, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions, using 2 tablespoons milk and 1 tablespoon butter. Stir in beef mixture; cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use a good quality cheese: A sharp cheddar cheese will give you the best flavor, but you can also use a combination of cheeses, such as Monterey Jack, Gouda, or Gruyère.
- Cook the shrimp properly: Shrimp should be cooked until it is pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors of the dish together. Make sure to use a sauce that is both flavorful and creamy.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should still have a slight bite to it.
- Serve immediately: Cajun macaroni and cheese is best served immediately after it is made. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become mushy if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Cajun macaroni and cheese with shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy sauce, flavorful shrimp, and cheesy macaroni, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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