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Creamy Jamaican Shrimp Rasta Pasta

Bold jerk-seasoned shrimp tossed with tender pasta, sautéed tri-color bell peppers, and a rich, cheesy cream sauce. A 30-minute comfort classic with vibrant Caribbean flair—perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean, Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp jerk seasoning (plus more to taste)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • pasta cooking water, as needed
  • chopped parsley or green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Pat shrimp dry and toss with jerk seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear 1–2 minutes per side until just opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté sliced bell peppers and diced onion for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Pour in heavy cream and bring just to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Sprinkle in Parmesan and stir until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Add drained pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water; toss until glossy and coated. Return shrimp to the skillet and fold to warm through. Season with salt and black pepper (and more jerk seasoning, if desired).
  • Adjust sauce consistency with additional pasta water as needed. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gSodium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword Bell Peppers, Creamy Pasta, Easy Weeknight Dinners, Jerk Shrimp, Rasta Pasta, Shrimp Pasta
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