Description
Spaghetti with Cream of Pepper, Chorizo, and Shrimp is a rich and flavorful dish, with tender shrimp, spicy chorizo, and a creamy, pepper-infused sauce. The combination of colorful bell peppers and the savory cream sauce brings out the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami. It’s an easy, satisfying meal for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped red, yellow, and green bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add the crumbled chorizo and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer the sauce for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
- For added spice, you can use spicy chorizo or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be made ahead of time, but it’s best served fresh to maintain the creaminess of the sauce.
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken or another seafood of your choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
Keywords: shrimp pasta, chorizo pasta, creamy spaghetti, spicy pasta, shrimp and chorizo