Here’s a restaurant-style Blackened Steak & Shrimp Alfredo—tender, spicy Cajun-blackened steak and shrimp served over creamy homemade Alfredo pasta. This dish is rich, bold, and perfect for a special dinner!
🥩🍤 Blackened Steak & Shrimp Alfredo
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
⭐ Ingredients
Blackened Seasoning (or use store-bought Cajun seasoning):
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2–1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice)
- 1 tsp salt
For the Steak & Shrimp:
- 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip), sliced or kept whole
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 tbsp of the blackened seasoning (use more if coating whole steaks)
For the Alfredo Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan (freshly grated melts best)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning for spice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
2️⃣ Season the Steak & Shrimp
- Pat steak and shrimp dry.
- Coat with blackened seasoning on all sides.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes to adhere.
3️⃣ Cook the Steak
- Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp oil/butter.
- If cooking a whole steak:
- Sear 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- If sliced before cooking:
- Cook 2–3 minutes total until browned but juicy.
- Remove steak from skillet.
4️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
- Add another 1 tbsp oil/butter to the skillet.
- Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly blackened.
- Remove and set aside.
5️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce
Using the same skillet (don’t wipe it—those spices add flavor!):
- Melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Add cooked pasta and toss.
- Add pasta water as needed to loosen and create a silky sauce.
6️⃣ Assemble
- Divide Alfredo pasta into bowls.
- Top with sliced blackened steak and blackened shrimp.
- Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
🌶️ Tips & Variations
- Creamier Sauce: Add a splash of cream cheese (2 tbsp).
- Extra Cajun flavor: Drizzle a little melted butter mixed with Cajun seasoning over the top.
- Vegetable boost: Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted bell peppers.
- Spicy option: Add extra cayenne or a dash of hot sauce to the cream sauce.
❤️ Ready for more?
I can give you Blackened Chicken Alfredo, Steak Cajun Butter Bites, or Shrimp Scampi Alfredo—just tell me what you want next!
