Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Shrimp Mac and Cheese! This delightful dish marries the classic flavors of macaroni and cheese with tender, succulent shrimp, creating a rich and satisfying meal. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special celebrations, this recipe is quick to prepare and highly customizable to suit your tastes. The combination of creamy cheeses and perfectly seasoned shrimp will make it a standout favorite at your dining table. With every bite, you’ll enjoy a luscious blend of textures that elevate traditional mac and cheese into something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces macaroni
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1–2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, minced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup broth or milk
- ½ cup grated mozzarella
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning.
- In a cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until they start to turn pink; remove from pan.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in the same skillet until softened.
- Whisk in flour until absorbed; cook for another minute.
- Gradually add evaporated milk, whole milk, and broth while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, and half of the cheddar until melted; adjust seasonings as needed.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce; transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar and shrimp.
- Bake at 375°F for 10–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 180mg