Description
Indulge in the delightful Cajun Salmon Rigatoni, a creamy pasta dish that beautifully marries the boldness of Cajun spices with tender seared salmon. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish offers a unique and satisfying twist that will impress everyone at your table. The rich sauce envelops hearty rigatoni, making it a comforting meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, you can savor this flavor-packed dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound salmon, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and season salmon with Cajun seasoning. Sear until golden brown on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in parmesan and cream cheese until smooth.
- Combine the pasta and salmon in the sauce, adjusting with reserved pasta water if needed. Season to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and additional parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg