Creamy Chipotle Shrimp & Chorizo Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, tail off and deveined
• 1 tsp seafood seasoning
• 1 link chorizo, sliced
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 12 oz rotini pasta
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 2-3 chipotle peppers, in adobo sauce, chopped finely
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 4 tbsp oil, divided
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pasta:

o            Cook the rotini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Season and Cook the Shrimp:

o            Season the shrimp with seafood seasoning.

o            In a pan, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium-high heat.

o            Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they curl into a “C” shape. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.

3. Cook the Chorizo:

o            In the same pan, add the sliced chorizo and cook until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside with the shrimp.

4. Cook the Vegetables:

o            Add 2 tbsp oil to the pan over medium-high heat.

o            Add the chopped bell peppers and onions. Cook for about 4 minutes, then add the minced garlic.

o            Cook the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Make the Sauce:

o            Stir in the tomato paste and chipotle peppers.

o            Add the cream cheese and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

o            Stir in the Parmesan cheese and remove from heat.

6. Combine and Serve:

o            Add the cooked rotini, shrimp, and chorizo to the sauce. Toss to combine and coat everything well.

o            Season with salt and pepper to taste.

o            Garnish with chopped parsley.

Enjoy your creamy and spicy pasta dish! ❤️