Spaghetti with Pepper Cream, Chorizo & Shrimp
A quick and easy pasta dish with spicy chorizo, succulent shrimp, and a creamy pepper sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Spaghetti
- 8 ounces Chorizo Casings removed
- 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 Bell pepper Red or yellow, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add garlic and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also substitute chicken or Italian sausage for the chorizo.