Best 7 Spicy Seafood And Penne Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our carefully curated collection of spicy seafood and penne recipes. Embark on a voyage of flavors as you explore a diverse range of dishes, each offering a unique blend of seafood's delicate taste and penne's hearty texture. From the classic and comforting flavors of Spicy Seafood Alfredo to the vibrant and aromatic Spicy Seafood Creole, our recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of spices and the freshest seafood, seamlessly complemented by the delightful chewiness of penne pasta. Whether you prefer the fiery heat of chili peppers or the subtle warmth of paprika, our recipes present a spectrum of spiciness to suit your preferences. Dive into a culinary adventure and let your senses dance to the rhythm of these delectable creations.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY SHRIMP & PENNE PASTA



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I created this creamy pasta dish when I needed to use up some marinara. Red pepper flakes give it a little heat, which my family loves. It's super versatile, so try it with chicken, or simply stir in some fresh basil, too. -Lorri Stout, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 12 ounces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
4 cups chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon each butter and oil over medium-high heat. Saute 1 pound shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes until shrimp turns pink, 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan; repeat., In same skillet, combine marinara sauce and cream; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in spinach until wilted. Add pasta and shrimp; toss and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 206mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PENNE WITH SHRIMP AND HERBED CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, and deveined
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1 (15-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained, roughly chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup white wine
1/3 cup clam juice
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Cook, stirring frequently until the shrimp turn pink and is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • Add the tomatoes, 1/4 cup basil, 1/4 cup parsley, and the red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the wine, clam juice, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, the cooked shrimp, the cooked pasta, and the remaining herbs. Toss together until all ingredients are coated. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve immediately.

SPICY SAUSAGE AND PENNE



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"I got the inspiration for this recipe from a dish at a local restaurant. It's a quick meal-in-one that I fix often." You can also substitute whatever pasta or veggies you have on hand for this versatile skillet supper. Brian Albright - Seward, NE

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked penne pasta
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1/2 pound smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/4 cups fat-free milk
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large saucepan according to package directions, adding the vegetables during the last 6 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown sausage; remove from skillet and keep warm. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, mustard and pepper flakes; gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Add milk mixture to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Drain pasta and vegetables; stir into the pan. Add cheese and reserved sausage; cook and stir until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 650mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY SEAFOOD AND PENNE



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This great recipe came from a December 1995 issue of Woman's Day magazine. It's so hearty and flavorful - great with garlic bread and a nice green salad.

Provided by loof751

Categories     Penne

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 small onion
3 garlic cloves
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes (undrained)
1 (8 ounce) can whole tomatoes (undrained)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces penne pasta
8 ounces large shrimp (raw)
16 ounces bay scallops
1 tablespoon butter
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (can use 1 1/2 teaspoons dried, but fresh is better)

Steps:

  • Chop the onion. Mince the garlic. Peel and devein the shrimp, and cut in half lengthwise.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and garlic and cook about 2 minutes, until onion is translucent.
  • Stir in both cans of tomatoes (with juice), salt, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Crush tomatoes with a fork and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes.
  • While sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of water to boil and cook penne for about 9 minutes, until slightly underdone. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter. Add shrimp and cook over medium heat 2-3 minutes, just until pink. Add scallops and stir 10 seconds, just until outsides are white. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Add pasta, sauce, peas, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and basil. Stir to mix well.
  • Grease a 13x9 baking dish. Spoon pasta mixture into dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 minutes longer, until heated through and top is lightly browned.

SPICY SHRIMP AND PENNE WITH PUTTANESCA SAUCE



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Make and share this Spicy Shrimp and Penne With Puttanesca Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb penne
coarse salt
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
8 -10 whole anchovy fillets
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olive, coarsely chopped
3 -4 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
1/4-1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place a big pot of water on to boil; add in penne and salt; cook to al dente; drain.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and anchovies; break up the fish with the back of a wooden spoon until the melt into the oil.
  • Add in the olives, capers, and tomatoes; bring the sauce to a bubble and add in the shrimp, scattering them in a single layer.
  • Cover the pan to cook the shrimp, 3-4 minutes.
  • Uncover the pan and add in the parsley; toss and adjust the seasonings to taste.
  • Add drained pasta to the sauce; toss to combine and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 737.1, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 227.7, Sodium 1320, Carbohydrate 106.3, Fiber 16.4, Sugar 7.6, Protein 36.9

PENNE WITH SPICY SAUCE



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Perk up pasta with a homemade double tomato sauce. You can do it in just 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 oz) penne pasta
1 can (28 oz) Italian-style peeled whole tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon tomato paste (from 6-oz can)
1/2 cup freshly grated or shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, in food processor or blender, place tomatoes with juice. Cover; process until coarsely chopped.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook garlic, red pepper flakes and parsley in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic just begins to turn golden. Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato paste. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  • Add pasta and 1/4 cup of the cheese to mixture in skillet. Cook about 3 minutes, tossing gently, until pasta is evenly coated. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

PENNE WITH SHRIMP



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A light but tasty Italian dish!

Provided by K Douglas

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
¼ cup white wine
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is tender. Mix in wine and tomatoes, and continue cooking 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix shrimp into the skillet, and cook 5 minutes, or until opaque. Toss with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 398.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh seafood: Fresh seafood will give your dish the best flavor. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
  • Don't overcook the seafood: Seafood cooks quickly, so it's important not to overcook it. Overcooked seafood will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for a variety of vegetables, including bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. Feel free to add other vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, or mushrooms.
  • Use a good quality pasta: The pasta is an important part of this dish, so it's important to use a good quality pasta. Look for a pasta that is made with durum wheat and has a good texture.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the spiciness: This recipe calls for a moderate amount of spice, but you can adjust it to your own liking. If you like spicy food, add more chili peppers or cayenne pepper. If you don't like spicy food, reduce the amount of chili peppers or cayenne pepper.

Conclusion:

This spicy seafood and penne recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of spicy seafood, vegetables, and pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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