Full of flavor thanks to the combination of chorizo, shrimp, scallops, and blackening seasoning, this seafood pasta is perfect for date night!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword pasta, scallops, seafood, shrimp
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 20 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Calories 746kcal
Ingredients
1poundfettuccine
1poundsea scallops, cut in half
1poundmedium size white shrimp, shelled and deveined
3tablespoonsblackening seasoning
2tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil, divided
4tablespoonsbutter, divided
1poundchorizo sausages, cut into ½ inch pieces
1large red bell pepper, cut into ½ inch pieces
2tomatoes, seeded and cut into ½ inch dice
¾cupheavy cream
5green onions, chopped
Instructions
Cook fettuccine in large pot of water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Mix sea scallops and shrimp in large bowl with blackening seasoning and set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in large frying pan or wok over medium high heat.
Add chorizo and cook for 5-7 minutes or until cooked through. Remove chorizo from pan, add remaining tablespoon of oil and sea scallops and shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes before turning shrimp and scallops. Cook additional 1-2 minutes or until shrimp start to turn opaque.
Add bell pepper, tomatoes and cooked chorizo slices and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cream and 3 tablespoons of butter and cook for 2 minutes. Add cooked fettuccine and toss to coat.
Serve immediately garnished with the chopped green onions.