Description
Creamy Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp and a rich, velvety sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The creamy garlic sauce envelops the pasta, creating an indulgent experience with every bite. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you’ll impress your family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Fettuccine or linguine
- Fresh large shrimp
- Heavy cream
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Unsalted butter
- Chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, cooking until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; simmer to reduce slightly, then stir in heavy cream.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted; season to taste.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy shrimp sauce and serve warm.
Notes
For added nutrition, toss in spinach or cherry tomatoes.
To enhance flavor, consider adding lemon juice for acidity or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg